Night Medical Lab Tech II — Diagnostic Testing & QA

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health seeks a Medical Technologist for night shift. You will perform testing across departments, maintain quality assurance, and ensure patient safety and accurate reporting.

Strong communication and ability to work under stress are essential. The role requires graduation from an approved program and certification as a Medical Technologist; less than one year of experience is typical for entry-level hires.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program.
• Certification as Medical Technologist (ASCP) or equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of work experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work nights and maintain accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process and test samples in one or more departments during a shift.
• Master laboratory policy and procedure.
• Maintain instrument health and perform quality assurance.
• Handle specimen collection and high-complexity testing.
• Document results and ensure PHI/privacy.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical technology understanding

Problem recognition

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

LIC-Medical Technologist - ASCP

Job description

Vanderbilt Health seeks a Medical Technologist for night shift. You will perform testing across departments, maintain quality assurance, and ensure patient safety and accurate reporting.

Strong communication and ability to work under stress are essential. The role requires graduation from an approved program and certification as a Medical Technologist; less than one year of experience is typical for entry-level hires.