Medical Lab Technician

What We Offer

Location: Winston-Salem, NC - Forsyth Med. Ctr

Department: Cancer Clinic

Schedule: Per Diem (PRN)

Launch Your Lab Career with Novant Health!

• Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or medical laboratory technology, or equivalent education and training.
• MLT certification (or eligible) from ASCP or AMT required.
• Phlebotomy exp. required.
• One year of laboratory experience preferred (clinical internships of twelve months meet this requirement).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately perform and interpret lab tests.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Novant Health, we're committed to delivering remarkable healthcare through innovation, compassion, and a dedication to excellence. As a Medical Lab Technician I, you'll play a vital role in diagnosing diseases by performing laboratory tests and procedures that directly impact patient outcomes.

Join our team to become a part of Novant Health's mission to provide remarkable healthcare where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a real impact.

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, and analysis.
• Assist in evaluating new or modified techniques and train other personnel on equipment and software as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely test results.

• Education
  : 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or medical laboratory or equivalent education or training OR successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks.
• Experience
  :
  One year experience as laboratory tech. (Clinical internships of twelve months duration meet this requirement), preferred.
• Licensure/Certification
  : MLT certification (or eligible) from ASCP or AMT, required. All individuals who are newly certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP). Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests.
  
  Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
  
  Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.
• Additional Skills (required):
  New graduates and new hires must obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment. Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
  
  Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
  
  Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.