Medical Lab Technician Core Laboratory

Location: Panama City, FL (Bay County)
Schedule Options:

• Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Rotating Weekends)

• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Rotating Weekends)

Pay Range: $22.66 – $30.54/hr (experience-based tiers)
Shift Differentials: Evenings +$1.45/hr • Nights +$2.50/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Position Overview

Join a fast-paced, high-volume Core Lab as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) supporting critical diagnostics for Emergency, ICU, NICU/PICU, Oncology, Surgical, Cardiac, and Inpatient services. As a Generalist, you’ll rotate through key areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Immunology, with opportunities to support Microbiology and Blood Bank workflows as needed.

You will play a vital role in ensuring turnaround times, analyzer performance, and quality standards across the laboratory.

Reports to: Laboratory Manager/Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Perform moderate- and high-complexity testing in Chemistry, Hematology, UA, and Immunology.

• Verify and release accurate results in alignment with turnaround-time expectations.

• Flag and report critical values; communicate results to providers and nursing staff as required.

• Maintain specimen integrity; assist with accessioning, labeling, processing, and limited phlebotomy.

• Execute and document QC/QA, calibrations, proficiency testing, and corrective actions.

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot analyzers; coordinate vendor support when needed.

• Monitor supply levels and maintain clean, safe, CLIA/CAP-compliant work areas.

• Support inspection readiness and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license (active or in progress per state regulations).

• High School diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.

• Certification: MLT (ASCP), AMT, CPT, or equivalent.

• Strong foundational knowledge of core laboratory workflows.

• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred / Will Train

• Hospital or reference lab experience preferred; will train based on experience.

• Experience with multi-bench rotation and high-acuity, high-volume environments.

Compensation & Incentives

Base Pay Tiers:

• Entry/1–2 years: $22.66–$25.72/hr

• 5–6 years: Up to $26.74/hr

• Senior/10+ years: $27.76–$30.54/hr

Shift Differentials:

• Evenings: +$1.45/hr

• Nights: +$2.50/hr

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation: Case-by-case

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Behavioral health & telemedicine

• 401(k) with 100% employer match (3–9% based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount)

• PTO & paid leave programs

• Disability coverage

• Tuition assistance, student loan support, and certification reimbursement

• Wellness programs, EAP, employee recognition initiatives
  (Eligibility varies by position and status)

Apply Today

If you are a dedicated Medical Lab Technician seeking a dynamic environment with strong growth potential, apply now to join a high-performing Core Lab team.

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