Position Overview

Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) provides essential diagnostic support by performing clinical laboratory analyses, tests, and procedures that assist healthcare providers in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease.

This role operates on a 7 on / 7 off overnight schedule and requires an adaptable, skilled professional capable of independently managing laboratory workflows, prioritizing acute testing needs, and responding quickly to emergency codes and trauma activations.

Schedule & Shift Details

• Rotation: 7 days on, 7 days off (Wednesday through Tuesday)
• Hours: Night Shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (12.5-hour shifts)
• Weekends & Holidays: Every other weekend (during scheduled work weeks); holidays worked if falling on scheduled shift rotation
• Working Environment: Sole independent overnight laboratory coverage; requires autonomous prioritization, efficiency, and composure under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Testing & Analysis: Perform accurate diagnostic testing across all clinical laboratory sections using standard operating procedures.
• Emergency Response: Prioritize STAT testing, respond promptly to facility codes and trauma alerts, and rapidly communicate critical laboratory values to providers.
• Specimen Collection & Phlebotomy: Perform routine and emergency specimen collection, showing proficiency in venipuncture/phlebotomy across patient populations.
• LIS & Reference Processing: Accession and enter orders into the Laboratory Information System (LIS), prepare specimens, and manage shipping protocols for reference laboratory send-outs.
• Instrumentation & Quality Control: Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot clinical analyzers; document routine quality control and maintain compliance records.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Adhere strictly to infection control standards, universal precautions, chemical hygiene plans, and relevant regulatory mandates.
• Operational Support: Assist in reviewing and drafting laboratory policies and technical procedures as needed; provide professional, courteous customer service to clinical staff and patients.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certification (Must meet one of the following)

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT):
  • Associate degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited program.
  • Active national certification/registration: MLT (ASCP), MLT (AMT), or CLT (NCA).
• Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MT/MLS): * Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline from an accredited institution. * Active national certification/registration: MT (ASCP), MT (AMT), or CLS (NCA).

Experience & Competencies

• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of general hospital laboratory operations, safety protocols, and regulatory agency standards.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision during overnight hours.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English required.

Physical & Cognitive Demands

• Physical: Normal to light physical activity; ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; manual dexterity to manipulate specimens and operate laboratory instruments and computer terminals; ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Cognitive: High-level analytical reasoning, calculation, and multi-tasking abilities; capability to rapidly reprioritize tasks during changing clinical circumstances.

Compliance & Background Requirements

All prospective candidates must clear required pre-employment screening, including:

• Comprehensive criminal history background check in compliance with applicable federal standards (including PL 101-630 and PL 101-637).
• Pre-employment declarations regarding arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable federal regulatory standards.