Medical Technologist or MLT- Sumter Days

phoebehealth; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PhoebeHealth in Americus, Georgia seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform analytical tests on human body substances, correlate data, and report results to physicians and nurses. The role monitors quality assurance, maintains instrumentation, and follows approved protocols to support patient care.

Four nine-hour shifts per week, day shift, with potential phlebotomy duties and opportunities to orient/train new staff while acting as designated person in charge as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, or biological science OR meet CLIA minimum requirements for high complexity testing personnel. Required
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology Preferred

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate and timely results according to established procedures
• Correlates and interprets test data.
• Uses sound clinical judgement when evaluating laboratory results.
• Works independently with little or no supervision.
• Documents work performed and recognizes abnormal and critical results.
• Monitors the quality assurance system, including quality control.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology
• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, or biological science

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Job Number: 35314

Location: Sumter Campus

Street Address: 126 US-280

City, State: Americus, Georgia

Zip Code: 31719

Department: PSMC LABORATORY

Shift: Days

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-10-13

Job Description Summary

Provides accurate and timely laboratory information based on the performance of analytical tests on human body substances. Correlates and interprets test data. This is done to detect evidence of or prevent disease or impairment and to promote and monitor good health. Monitors quality assurance and maintains laboratory instrumentation including all documentation. Follows established guidelines and protocols to provide requested clinical information to Physicians, nurses, and other relevant health care personnel. Expected to perform phlebotomy duties as needed. May orient and train new employees and provide supervision to Medical Laboratory Technicians working the same shift, as needed. May temporarily act as a designated person in charge in the absence of direct supervision.

Description

4 nine-hour shifts per week. Day shift.

Job Summary

Provides accurate and timely laboratory information based on the performance of analytical tests on human body substances. Correlates and interprets test data. This is done to detect evidence of or prevent disease or impairment and to promote and monitor good health. Monitors quality assurance and maintains laboratory instrumentation including all documentation. Follows established guidelines and protocols to provide requested clinical information to Physicians, nurses, and other relevant health care personnel. Expected to perform phlebotomy duties as needed. May orient and train new employees and provide supervision to Medical Laboratory Technicians working the same shift, as needed. May temporarily act as a designated person in charge in the absence of direct supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, or biological science OR meet CLIA minimum requirements for high complexity testing personnel. Required
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 or more years clinical laboratory experience Preferred

Essential Functions

• Produces accurate and timely results according to established procedures
• Correlates and interprets test data.
• Uses sound clinical judgement when evaluating laboratory results.
• Works independently with little or no supervision.
• Documents work performed and recognizes abnormal and critical results.
• Monitors the quality assurance system, including quality control.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology
• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.
• Identifies strengths and development needs through self evaluation.
• Participates in educational activities related to knowledge and professional issues.
• Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competency and learning.
• Takes action to achieve goals identified during the evaluation process.
• Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.

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