Versatile Medical Laboratory Technician (Acute Care)

Atrium Health Floyd; Trion (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Floyd is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and interpret laboratory tests in an acute care setting, across multiple specialties. Independent judgment is required to report timely and accurate results in a fast-paced environment.

The role supports transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry, with emphasis on patient safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's Degree in Clinical Lab Technician or related field.
• 1–2 years of lab experience preferred.
• Must obtain MLT certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests within established protocols.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance and reports appropriately.
• Performs calibration and maintenance of instruments; documents quality control.
• Identifies instrument malfunctions and notifies supervisor as needed.
• Collects specimens from patients across age groups per protocol.
• Provides technical assistance to phlebotomists and staff.
• Ensures compliance with accrediting standards and CAP requirements.
• Performs specialty testing in transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry.

Skills

Excellent communication

Ability to handle stressful situations

Maintains patient confidentiality

Flexibility in schedule

Education

Associate's Degree in Clinical Lab Technician or related field

Job description

Atrium Health Floyd is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and interpret laboratory tests in an acute care setting, across multiple specialties. Independent judgment is required to report timely and accurate results in a fast-paced environment.

The role supports transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry, with emphasis on patient safety and quality control.