What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technologist position at Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.?
Requisition Title
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Requisition ID
2026-39418
Category
Allied Health
Job Locations
US-KY-Harlan
Community
HARLAN APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HOSP.
Posted Date
9/4/2026
Position Type
Temporary Full-Time
Department
Laboratory
Shift
Float Shift
Facility/Process Level : Location
US-KY-Harlan
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.
Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
www.arh.org
Facility/Process Level : Postal Code
40831
Facility/Process Level : Address
81 Ball Park Road
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Requisition ID
2026-39418
Category
Allied Health
Job Locations
US-KY-Harlan
Community
HARLAN APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HOSP.
Posted Date
9/4/2026
Position Type
Temporary Full-Time
Department
Laboratory
Shift
Float Shift
Facility/Process Level : Location
US-KY-Harlan
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.
Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
www.arh.org
Facility/Process Level : Postal Code
40831
Facility/Process Level : Address
81 Ball Park Road
Qualifications:
Education
- Associate Degree in Medical Technology or a related science required
Licenses & Certifications
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required; or
- Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through the National Certifying Agency (NCA) required; or
- Achievement of a passing score on the HEW Proficiency Examination for Clinical Laboratory Personnel required
- State licensure required, if applicable, and must be maintained
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Knowledge of laboratory procedures, testing methodologies, and quality control practices
- Ability to perform laboratory testing accurately and efficiently
- Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and infection control practices
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team
- Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to maintaining professional competency and regulatory compliance
Responsibilities:
- May perform all tasks of Laboratory Technician, producing and interpreting accurate results in an efficient manner..
- May participate in laboratory coverage on shift basis -- evening, night, and/or on call shifts.
- Performs trouble-shooting problems with equipment.
- Performs record keeping as demanded of the job.
- Performs examinations, smears, biochemical tests, serological testes and other necessary tests to identify micro-organisms.
- Receives and plants cultures; performs and reads gram stains as needed.
- Performs tests for processing blood, determines blood types, cross matches blood and does blood groupings.
- Performs a complete urinalysis and additional related tests required.
- Performs EKG's, EEG's and Holter Monitor hook-ups; if applicable.
- Performs blood tests, studies morphology of blood constituents and performs various coagulation tests.
- Performs routine chemical tests on blood specimens and other body fluids.
- Prepares samples as necessary to be shipped to System and contract reference facilities and local labs.
- Operates and calibrates various instruments and calculates test results accordingly.
- Performs daily maintenance as required on all laboratory instrumentation.
- May assist with post-mortum care, if applicable.
- Operates computers and printers.
- Uses and monitors quality control programs within predetermined parameters.
- Performs venipunctures and other pre-testing patient preparation.
- Performs other routine tests and prepares necessary reagents in various areas (i.e., Serology, Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, and Urinalysis).
- May function in one area of laboratory and perform certain specialized tests and/or use special equipment in that area.
- Maintains work area in a clean, safe and orderly manner.
- Must be knowledgeable in safe disposal of physical and chemical hazards.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.