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The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs clinical testing in various lab areas including bloodbank, microbiology, serology, and core lab (chemistry, hematology, coagulation, or urinalysis) using the latest technology. They prepare samples for analysis, maintain equipment and supplies, and work under direct supervision. This role is part of Mohawk Valley Health System's team, offering opportunities for career advancement in a new, state-of-the-art hospital environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical testing in at least two lab areas: bloodbank, microbiology, serology, and core lab (chemistry, hematology, coagulation, or urinalysis).
- Prepare samples for analysis, accepting or rejecting specimens according to laboratory policy.
- Store and/or transport samples using appropriate methods and following laboratory turnaround times.
- Test results accurately and precisely.
- Maintain equipment and supplies per laboratory protocol.
- Work under the direct supervision of a director, manager, supervisor, or charge technologist as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate Degree in medical laboratory technology or related science with an approved training program, or High school diploma and completion of an official military medical laboratory procedure course of at least 50 weeks duration and military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist.
- 2-3 years laboratory work experience.
- NYS Clinical Laboratory Technician License.
Full Job Description
Medical Laboratory Technician
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Bonuses and Benefits
Benefits for qualified employees include: 401(K) plus match; health, dental, life and vision insurance; FSA and HAS accounts; paid time off; tuition reimbursement.
Pay Range $21.00 - $32.00 Hourly
Job Summary
Using the latest technology available in the industry today, the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs clinical testing in at least two of the following lab areas: bloodbank, microbiology, serology, and "core lab" which includes chemistry, hematology, coagulation or urinalysis. Using knowledge and experience, the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) prepares samples for analysis appropriately accepting or rejecting specimens according to laboratory policy, stores and/or transports samples using appropriate methods and following set laboratory turnaround times, test results accurately and precisely. The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) maintains equipment and supplies per laboratory protocol. The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) works under the direct supervision of a director, manager, supervisor or charge technologist as assigned.
About Mohawk Valley Health System
This is an exciting time for MVHS as we are a new, state-of-the-art hospital in downtown Utica. You will be joining a team of nearly 4,800 clinical and healthcare professionals and will be provided opportunities to advance your career. MVHS is committed to creating an environment that supports professional nursing practice and excellence in patient care, become part of the team taking care of our community today!
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
+ Associate Degree in medical laboratory technology or related science with an approved training program; or
+ High school diploma and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedure course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist
+ 2-3 years laboratory work
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
+ NYS Clinical Laboratory Technician License
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates may be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.