Medical Lab Technician

Pay Range (Base): $55,000.00 per year - $75,000.00 per year.

Location: Panama City Beach, FL

Job Title: Medical Lab Technician (MLT)

Employer: Cooperidge Consulting Firm (Consulting for a Healthcare client)

• Perform technical clinical laboratory testing in disciplines such as chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology.
• Report accurate test results following clinic protocols, alerting providers and nurses immediately about abnormal or critical findings.
• Maintain stringent quality control in specimen collection, sampling, and accurate record keeping.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, including setting up, calibrating, cleaning, testing sterility, and performing preventive maintenance.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining adequate supply inventory within the department.
• Work under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager to ensure timely and efficient lab operations.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate's Degree or higher is preferred.

Experience:

• Medical laboratory experience is preferred.
• The client is willing to train based on any years of experience, provided the candidate meets the license requirement.

Certifications/Licenses:

• State of Florida Medical Laboratory Technician License is REQUIRED. Candidate must possess or qualify for a generalist license.
• Certification (MLT, ASCP, CPT, or AMT) is required.

Skills:

• Proven technical proficiency in performing testing across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology disciplines.
• Strong ability to follow protocols for reporting abnormal results and maintaining accurate quality control records.
• Competency in maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting basic laboratory equipment.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off—vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Recruiter Notes: This core laboratory role performs essential technical functions across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology. The MLT is responsible for reporting accurate test results according to clinic protocols, maintaining stringent quality control in specimen handling, and ensuring all laboratory equipment and supplies are properly maintained for continuous operation.

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting