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Netpace Health

MLT Medical Lab Technician

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What they do

A Medical Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology laboratories, which provide information for medical patient diagnosis and treatment. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories.

$60,588 / year median in Pennsylvania

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Location:
State College, PA 16801 13 Weeks | 40 hours
Shift:
Primarily Evening shift with weekend rotation Gross weekly pay: $2000 - $2100 POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of supervisors is directly responsible for the prompt and accurate performance of work assigned. Performs analyses on blood and other body fluids for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Maintains proficiency to work in all clinical departments of the laboratory.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience:
Min 2 years of previous experience required. Blood bank and micro experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Continually strives to maintain good rapport and cooperation with all hospital departments, medical staff, patients, fellow employees, visitors, etc. by communicating effectively.
License/Certification/Registration:
Certified MT with ASCP, AMT, NCCLS or equivalent certification. Certified MLS with ASCP, AMT, NCCLS or equivalent certification.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives general supervision from the Medical Director, Manager, Supervisors, and Section Heads Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs assigned duties accurately, efficiently and according to established procedures. Uses proper techniques and/or equipment in the performance of duties. Prepares specimens for processing by always accurately identifying appropriate specimen, logging into the department, entering all patient information required, and assuring the proper testing as ordered. Promptly processes and begins analysis of all specimens by manual or automated methods to determine qualitative or quantitative results for efficient reporting. Assures quality control criteria are always met before releasing any reports. Immediately repeats any procedures which appear to be out of control following established departmental protocol at all times. Keeps work organized to avoid confusion and potential for error. Consistently reviews results for accuracy and completeness before releasing. Repeat results that are not consistent with previous results, diagnosis or fail delta checks. Request new specimen when appropriate. Seeks assistance from supervisor when difficulties in proper identification, interpretation, or processing are encountered or when very rare abnormal results are obtained. Assists with training of technical personnel by demonstration of techniques and review of work performance as requested by supervisor. Will participate in all proficiency testing or quality assurance activities as instructed. Maintains current knowledge of laboratory and hospital policies and procedures as well as performance standards for the laboratory. Demonstrates continuous awareness and compliance with safety, infection control and quality assurance procedures. Advises supervisor of potential hazards when noted. Demonstrates constant awareness and compliance with departmental and hospital policies. Suggests ways of improving laboratory services when appropriate. Complies with policies for release of patient information and appropriately documents the time and other required information when reports are released. Maintains all departmental equipment and supplies. #Allied2026
Job Types:
Contract, Temporary Pay:
$2,000.00 - $2,100.00 per week
Benefits:
Referral program
Experience:
MLT:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
MLT Certification (Required)
Work Location:
On the road