Medical Technologist (MT), Acute

Lifepoint Health®; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and financial protection

Tuition assistance and 401(k) match

Wellness programs including gym memberships

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A community-based healthcare provider located in Mayfield, Kentucky, is seeking a Medical Technologist (MT), Acute. The primary responsibilities include performing diagnostic testing on patient samples, maintaining laboratory records, and ensuring quality control practices. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or related fields, along with required certifications. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Join our mission of Making Communities Healthier.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Must communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy duties.
• Communicate test results to appropriate healthcare providers.
• Maintain laboratory records and quality control practices.
• Maintain work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Perform clerical duties including answering phones, data entry, and filing.
• Communicate test results to appropriate healthcare providers.

Skills

Laboratory experience

English communication

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, Biology or Science

Associate Degree MLT with 3 years of experience and passed MT (AMT) certification

Job description

Medical Technologist (MT), Acute

Join Lifepoint Health as a Medical Technologist (MT), Acute.

Position Summary

Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states. Maintains laboratory records. Follows laboratory policies and procedures, as well as maintaining quality control practices in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy duties.
• Assist with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
• Maintain adequate stock of supplies.
• Maintain work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Perform clerical duties including answering phones, data entry, and filing.
• Communicate test results to appropriate healthcare providers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, Biology or Science and certified as a MT or CLA (AMT, ASCP, or NCA). (OR) Prior to January 1, 2006, an Associate Degree MLT with 3 years of experience and passed MT (AMT) certification. (OR) Anyone who graduated before February 29, 1992, must have passed the HEW/HHS proficiency exam for Medical Technologist or completed 90 hours in an accredited college with 16 hours in chemistry (6-semester hours in organic chemistry), 12 hours in biology and 3 hours of math and experience training or both covering several fields of medical laboratory work of at least one year and of such quality as to provide the education and training in medical technology.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits contact

Please contact Melissa Gilbert by texting 615-324-9804, calling 629-257-6058 or schedule a time at https://bit.ly/Mgilbert.

EEOC Statement

Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.