Medical Laboratory Technician

We’re excited to welcome TriHealth Clinton Regional Hospital to our system—marking a new chapter in our shared mission to deliver exceptional care and strengthen our regional network.

Assigned Job #: 9130723

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician 

Department: Laboratory

Reports To: Supervisor, Laboratory Services 

Supervised By: Medical Director 

Location:

• TriHealth Clinton Regional Hospital

Work Hours:

• Part-time position: 48 hours bi-weekly

• Night Shift

Job Overview:

This position is responsible for performing a full range of laboratory tests, confirming the accuracy of test results, and reporting laboratory findings to the doctors, pathologists, or other physicians. This position may work in any of the major areas of the laboratory: Transfusion Service, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology/Immunology, Toxicology, Special Chemistry and Fibrinolysis. Operates and maintains a variety of laboratory instruments. Utilizes laboratory computer system in performance of duties. This position maintains strict adherence to established policies and procedures. 

 

Job Requirements:

• Required: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent

• Preferred:

  • Associates Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, or related field

  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification by American Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

  • 1 year of clinical experience 

Job Responsibilities:

Performs technical laboratory analysis in the areas of chemistry, hematology, coagulation, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology, and immunohematology (blood bank and transfusion medicine). 

Performs work accurately and thoroughly by being meticulous.

Ensures the distribution of associated test information and results in a manner consistent with department standards, regulatory standards, and turnaround time criteria. 

Ensures the proper functioning of laboratory instrumentation by performing required controls, maintenance, documentation, and troubleshooting procedures. 

Evaluates specimen quality for testing as deemed appropriate per test method. 

Demonstrates ability to use the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS).

Contributes to effective customer relations by assisting patients, visitors, physicians to resolve expressed concerns and by demonstrating a welcoming and helpful attitude.

Uses clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgement in accordance with professional and department standards and protocols. 

Demonstrates personal competency by successful performance of proficiency surveys and department competencies as assigned.

Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal, and The Joint Commission (TJC) regulations related to the Laboratory Department and facility.

Attends all mandatory meetings and is familiar with Laboratory Compliance and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occ