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Job Description
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Evening Shift 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Victoria, TX 77901 Full-time DeTar Hospital Navarro 116 reviews Full-time Are you an ASCP, AMT, or AAB certified laboratory professional looking for a stable evening shift in an acute care setting? DeTar Healthcare System is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join our clinical laboratory team in Victoria, Texas. In this full-time role, you will perform moderate and high-complexity diagnostic testing on blood and body fluids, ensuring our healthcare providers receive the critical, accurate, and timely data they need for patient care. What We Offer We value our laboratory professionals and offer a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and career longevity:
Comprehensive Health :
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Financial Security :
Competitive Pay & 401(k) Plan with
Employer Match Protection :
Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life Balance :
Generous Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Scheduled Holidays, and a
Personal Day Family First :
Family Medical Leave Support Professional Growth :
Tuition Reimbursement, Loan Forgiveness Programs, and robust Internal Promotion Opportunities Essential Functions & Job Duties Working the Evening Shift within our acute care laboratory environment, your core responsibilities include:
Diagnostic Testing :
Perform waived, moderate, and high-complexity laboratory testing across assigned hospital departments following established protocols; review and validate all results for clinical accuracy. Quality Control (QC) : Perform, evaluate, and document quality control procedures; initiate corrective actions immediately for out-of-range or invalid results prior to releasing patient data.
Instrumentation Maintenance :
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized laboratory equipment; complete scheduled preventive maintenance and efficiently resolve technical problems.
Data Integrity & LIS :
Accurately document patient test results within the Laboratory Information System (LIS); strictly follow critical result reporting protocols and maintain specimen integrity.
Phlebotomy Support :
Collect blood specimens via venipuncture and capillary techniques according to established hospital phlebotomy procedures, ensuring strict patient identification and labeling.
Problem Resolution :
Recognize, investigate, and resolve complex issues related to specimen collection, processing, and analytical testing, escalating concerns through the chain of command when necessary.
Team Collaboration :
Assist with onboarding and training of students or new laboratory personnel by demonstrating testing procedures, monitoring performance, and providing constructive feedback.
Compliance & Attendance :
Maintain regular, reliable shift attendance while complying fully with all hospital policies, safety standards, and laboratory regulations. Job Qualifications & Requirements Required Education (Must meet one of the following): Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Laboratory Technology.
Technical/Military School:
Successful completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (minimum 50 weeks) holding the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist.
Required Licenses & Certifications:
MLT Certification:
Active certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician issued by the ASCP, AAB, HEW, or AMT is mandatory.
State License:
Valid state laboratory licensure, where applicable.
Preferred Experience:
0-2 years of clinical laboratory experience within an acute care hospital setting is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Deep understanding of clinical laboratory testing principles, quality control practices, and strict specimen handling. Technical proficiency utilizing modern laboratory instruments, LIS platforms, and digital data entry systems. Ability to strictly follow standard operating procedures and adhere to regulatory guidelines (including CLIA, CAP, and The Joint Commission). Strong analytical troubleshooting, organizational, and clinical communication skills. An unwavering commitment to data accuracy, workplace efficiency, and overall patient safety.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Associates Chem,Phys,Bio,Clinical Lab OR Med Lab course (Required) Med Lab Technician cert by ASCP, AAB, HEW, or AMT (Required)
