Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Medical Laboratory Technician

About FPA Family Practice Associates (FPA) was founded by Dr. Jeffrey Foxx in 1983 and has grown into one of the largest family practice groups in Central Kentucky. FPA is dedicated to providing family-centered care from birth through all stages of life. With over 20 primary care providers-including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and a licensed professional counselor-our team delivers high-quality, patient-focused care. Supported by a skilled staff of medical assistants, lab technicians, and administrative professionals, FPA has been recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Commission on Quality Assurance. We proudly serve Central Kentucky with convenient locations in Hamburg and Brannon Crossing, as well as online services. Learn more about us at fpalex.com

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Full-Time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to support daily laboratory operations. This role is responsible for performing pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing procedures as assigned by the Laboratory Manager. The ideal candidate will have strong phlebotomy skills, knowledge of laboratory procedures, and excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Specimen collection and processing: Collecting viable and appropriate specimens from patients Producing, maintaining and destroying the appropriate documentation for specimen collection and tracking Sending specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in-house.

Inventory:

Maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies Ensuring that all supplies are viable before use in patient testing The rotation of stock so that the oldest material is used first

Safety:

Guaranteeing that the safety procedures outlined in the safety manual are followed Ensuring that Medical waste is properly disposed Maintaining a safe and clean work environment (waiting room, patient restrooms, phlebotomy draw areas and laboratory)

Point of Care Tests and Moderate Complex Tests:

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs all tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience and technical abilities. For point of care testing, the point of care medical laboratory assistant is responsible for the following: Following the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses and reporting and maintaining records of patient test results Maintaining records that demonstrate the proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples. Adhering to the laboratory's quality control policies and documenting that all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance are performed Following the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance Being capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correcting the problems or immediately notifying the technical or clinical consultant or director Documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications:

Other:

Any other tasks deemed appropriate and assigned by the laboratory manager

Qualifications:

Medical Laboratory Technologist:

4 year degree and certification is preferred; or

Medical Laboratory Technician:

2 year degree and certification Phlebotomy Skills / Experience Knowledge of laboratory procedures and best practices Electronic health records experience preferred Good communication skills, problem solving ability, independent judgment, and initiative. Ability to prioritize and develop workflow Fine motor skills necessary to operate the computer and laboratory equipment The ability to stand up most of the day, stretch repeatedly over the counter and lift loads of less than 10 pounds

Why Join Us:

FPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer with competitive pay and benefits including but not limited to: Health, Vision, Dental and Cafeteria plans Short/Long Term Disability, Accidental and Life Insurance 401K with 4% Company Match PTO Accrual & Holiday Pay Uniform Allowance Continuing Education reimbursement Free Parking EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Apply today to join a team committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered healthcare. Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm