Medical Laboratory Technician

LabMinds Staffing & Recruiting

Medical Laboratory Technician

Hamburg, IA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Overview

    Our laboratory team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care through accurate testing, compassionate service, and personalized attention. We take pride in supporting quality healthcare for our community by providing timely, reliable laboratory services and fostering a patient-centered experience.

    The MLT/MT performs a variety of clinical laboratory procedures to assist physicians and healthcare providers in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient conditions. This role requires technical expertise, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of diagnostic quality and clinical care.

    Schedule & Availability

    • On-Call: Weekend call coverage is required.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Perform, interpret, and correlate clinical laboratory tests in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
    • Accurately communicate and document test results in a timely manner to facilitate patient care decisions.
    • Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment while ensuring proper documentation of quality control (QC) activities.
    • Identify and resolve routine equipment issues, escalating complex malfunctions to the Laboratory Supervisor.
    • Adhere strictly to laboratory policies, procedures, safety standards, and accreditation/regulatory guidelines.
    • Participate actively in departmental quality assurance (QA) and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
    • Maintain professional knowledge, technical competency, and CEU requirements through ongoing continuing education.
    • Attend departmental meetings, in-service training sessions, and relevant educational programs.
    • Collaborate closely with providers, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary healthcare team members.

    Qualifications & Educational Requirements

    Licensure & Certification

    • Current, active state clinical laboratory personnel license where the laboratory is located.
    • ASCP certification (or equivalent national credential) is required.

    Education (Must meet one of the following criteria)

    • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological Science, or Chemical Science from an accredited institution; OR
    • Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited institution; OR
    • Successful completion of an accredited clinical laboratory training program approved by ABHES, CAAHEP, HHS, or a recognized accrediting body.

    Skills & Core Competencies

    • Demonstrated proficiency in clinical laboratory testing, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures.
    • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
    • Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an integrated laboratory team.