Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Summary

Job Description:

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Weekend Shift I First Shift

Laboratory I Georgetown, KY

$15,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals

Description:

• Maintains technical competency as related to the job functions.
• Understands pertinent LIS functions and performs downtime procedures effectively.
• Evaluates each procedure performed and chooses appropriate investigative techniques as indicated.
• Identifies and resolves problems that may adversely affect test results and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results.
• Documents unacceptable specimens according to policy. Communicates specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.
• Assesses job functions and takes appropriate action when problems are detected.
• Identifies problems with specimens, test orders, registration and takes appropriate action.
• Handles troubleshooting professionally and communicates with coworkers and customers when delays occur.
• Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree.
• Certified or eligible for certification in clinical laboratory science by recognized certifying agencies.
• Clinical Laboratory Science Certified within 1 year.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually 
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire 
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets) 
• PTO Sell Back Program 
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support 
• Retirement with Company Match

Work Experience

Education

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.