UHC - MLT

UHC United Hospital Center; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a certified Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and analyze clinical lab tests in compliance with licensure and SOPs. The role includes quality control, instrument maintenance, phlebotomy, and reporting results to clinical staff.

Ideal candidates hold an AAS in MLS or a related science, have current licensure per state requirements, and prefer ASCP/AMT certification. Experience in clinical laboratories is valued, with strong attention to safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• AAS degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related science.
• Current licensure as required by the state where services are provided.
• Certification as MLT preferred (ASCP or AMT).
• Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze samples in a timely and accurate manner.
• Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments per procedures.
• Maintain quality control and follow infection control policies.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures as needed.
• Complete forms and report findings to nurses/physicians.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to interpret lab results.
• Conduct routine and basic tests in designated clinical areas.
• Identify testing inconsistencies and take corrective action.
• Maintain patient and specimen records accurately and legibly.
• Adhere to safety, security, and infection control policies.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Multitask ability

Effective communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

AAS in MLS

Assoc. degree in chemical/biological sciences

Job description

Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests within scope of licensure in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, perform preventative maintenance, review, and analyze results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Associate of Science (AAS) degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or Science OR Associate’s degree is a chemical or biological science.
• 2. Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: PA: No state license issued WV: High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License OR Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health MD: No state license issued OH: No state license issued

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• 1. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

EXPERIENCE:

• 1. Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Process and analyze samples, in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification.
• 2. Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments accordingly to policies and procedures.
• 3. Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures for all job‑related functions.
• 4. Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed.
• 5. Complete forms and reports findings to nurses and/or physicians.
• 6. Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology.
• 7. Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory.
• 8. Recognize testing inconsistency and takes appropriate corrective action.
• 9. Maintain all patent and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly.
• 10. Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public.
• 11. Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control.
• 12. Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in general, in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for their individual needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 1. Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment.
• 2. May sit for extended period of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• 1. Work around strong or unpleasant odors.
• 2. May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 1. Able to multitask and handle stressful situations.
• 2. Able to communicate effectively.
• 3. Able to work well as a team with co‑workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients.
• 4. Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Additional Job Description:

• FT Micro Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
• Company: UHC United Hospital Center
• Cost Center: 112
• UHC Clinical Labs Address: 327 Medical Park Drive Bridgeport West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

The West Virginia University Health System is a West Virginia-based academic health system that provides the full continuum of healthcare services at 30 hospitals in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland. With more than 47,000 employees, of which 7,200 are providers, and $10 billion in total operating revenues, the WVU Health System is anchored by an 890-bed academic medical center and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Golisano Children's Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia. Together, the Health System's hospitals, clinics, and specialty programs provide a comprehensive continuum of care, ranging from community-based primary and specialty services to highly complex, quaternary care and post-acute care.