Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Tech/Medical Lab Scientist
Job in
Edgewood, Kenton County, Kentucky, USA
Listing for:
St. Elizabeth
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly
USD
80000.00
100000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Tech / Medical Lab Scientist
Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Tech / Medical Lab Scientist
Apply locations: Edgewood, Kentucky
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition : JR305324
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Job Type: Regular
Scheduled
Hours:
40
Job Summary: This position performs Laboratory testing in the Clinical Laboratory. The Medical Technologist performs moderate and highly complex testing in the clinical laboratory, responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.
Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.
Job Duties:
Understands all principle(s) involved in assigned procedures and applies this knowledge to the clinical situation or outcomes in clinical diagnosis management of the patient. Must be able to determine if specimen integrity issues, patient medication(s), other interfering substances that could affect patient testing results.Operates, troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment, supplies; and performs procedures to ensure high quality, accurate and cost effective results in all areas of the laboratory.Ensures accuracy of testing per manufacturer’s guidelines and all applicable regulation. Interfaces with Hot Lines and service personnel to oversee proper functionality and repair of instruments.Reports results within time limits established for procedures, reports results for STAT, critical values and other categories as defined by Laboratory policy.Records patient data and other information quickly and accurately in the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS) to ensure appropriate turnaround time and effective retrieval of patient testing results.Collects and/or processes specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures for timely and accurate testing.Performs and documents quality control as specified for each procedure meeting established internal and regulatory guidelines, accurately analyzes quality control results obtained before accepting and reporting patient testing results.Participates in Quality Assurance activities to meet the Laboratory Quality Plan. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results. Initiates, investigates and implements all necessary corrective action(s).Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens as part of the Laboratory Quality Plan.Ensures a safe environment by demonstrating knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment.Participates in the Laboratory Safety team to assist in Safety Audits, training and review of Laboratory Safety Policies.Enhances professional growth development of self, department staff, other hospital personnel, community and students by participation in continuing education, in-service training and the School of Medical Technology lectures and bench training.Ensures that all cost saving activities occur to meet all financial budgetary parameters and works with Supervisor/designee to ensure the most cost effective processes have been implemented.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications:
Education, Credentials, Licenses:
Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with certification from a nationally recognized certifying agencyORBaccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with ASCP CertificationORCLIA ’88 Equivalent (
HEW/HHS Certification)ORRegistry Eligible – Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science and have completed a NAACLS accredited MT/CLS program AND be certified within a year of eligibility or be certified one year from date of hire.Registry Eligible for a Section Certification - must have a Baccalaureate Degree with a minimum of five-years technical experience in ONE of the Clinical Areas of the Laboratory.Specialized Knowledge: None
Kind and Length of
Experience:
Minimum of 6-12 months of clinical internship as part of an approved MLS Training Program.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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