MLT-Eligible

Riverside Medical Group Consolidated Laboratory; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, VA seeks a Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) to perform technical procedures across Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, POC testing, Urinalysis and Microbiology. The role emphasizes QC/QA, accuracy, and adherence to accreditation standards (CAP, DNV, CLIA).

The MLT will maintain equipment, support proficiency testing, and assist in training staff and students while ensuring readiness for inspections and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Medical Lab Technology/Clinical Lab Science or related field required.
• 2 years clinical lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures in Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Point of Care Testing, Urinalysis and Microbiology according to SOPs.
• Follows quality control and QA guidelines and documents results.
• Maintains equipment, performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assists in staff and student training and may perform phlebotomy as applicable.
• Participates in proficiency testing and ensures accreditation readiness.

Education

Associates Degree in Medical Lab Technology/Clinical Lab Science or Related

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring Range$23.00 - $29.90/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.OverviewThe Medical Lab Technologist(MLT) works under the direction of the supervisor/manager in the area of responsibility and/or Director of the Laboratory. Performs technical procedures in such areas as Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Point of Care Testing, Urinalysis and Microbiology according to established Protocols and standard operating procedures. The MLT is required to follow all quality control and quality assurance guidelines established in the department to include accurate performance, review and documentation. Perform routine maintenance of departmental equipment and procedures to include inventory control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. The position participates in all aspects of Proficiency testing and in maintaining a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV, State, OSHA, CLIA, etc. The MLT assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students. May perform specimen collection, specimen processing and phlebotomy as applicable.What you will doPerforms technical procedures in areas such as Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, Point of Care Testing, Urinalysis and Microbiology. Facilitates positive customer service throughout the department/facility. Responds timely to customer needs.Recognizes, responds and communicates collaboratively with physician regarding variances in laboratory operations and patient data. Builds collaborative professional relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs.Follows all quality control and quality assurance guidelines. Performs routine maintenance of departmental equipment and procedures to include inventory control, preventative maintenance and trouble shooting. Understands the technology systems necessary for efficient department operations and takes responsibility for equipment, instrumentation and technology to maintain and ensure functionality.Completes accurate testing to ensure quality patient care, to include preanalytic, analytic and postanalytic phases.Assists in staff and student training.Complies with laboratory QA/QI program. Performs preventative maintenance, quality controls and troubleshoots on laboratory equipment per standard operating procedures to ensure quality laboratory results. Responsible for ensuring department is maintaining accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV and other accrediting agency standards (as required) within the department. May include validation testing, performance of proficiency samples, preventative maintenance, QC documentation, Temperature Checks, methods comparisons, etc.Complies with RHS policies/procedures/regulatory requirements that support the National Patient Safety Goals and Quality Initiatives. Recognizes and reports variances and provides resolutions. Uses appropriate protective equipment, body mechanics and follows safety guidelines and procedures; identifies and acts to resolve variances or suspected non-compliance to management.QualificationsEducationAssociates Degree, Medical Lab Technology/Clinical Lab Science or Related (Required)Experience2 years Clinical Lab experience (Preferred)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.