Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Job Overview
Nu Diagnostics is seeking skilled and detail-oriented Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to provide diagnostic testing services for a medical laboratory in Bridgeport, TX. This is a full-time position with flexible hours to ensure a balanced work-life environment. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the diagnostic process by performing laboratory tests and analyses that aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. This position requires a strong understanding of laboratory techniques, medical terminology, and the ability to work efficiently in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of clinical laboratory tests in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of laboratory practices, quality control, and quality assurance principles to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.
• Use independent judgment to analyze and interpret test results, ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; perform routine maintenance and resolve instrument malfunctions.
• Monitor and document the functionality of laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal operation.
• Evaluate and resolve problems related to specimen collection, processing, or testing performance.
• Validate and correlate test results; identify discrepancies and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform advanced and complex laboratory procedures and assess deviations from expected results using scientific reasoning.
• Participate in quality improvement activities using statistical principles and continuous performance evaluation.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, answering inquiries regarding test methodologies and results.
• Support ongoing education, consultation, and teamwork within the laboratory and broader healthcare environment.

Workplace Expectations:

• Maintain all quality and productivity standards as defined by the Laboratory Director or designee.
• A one-week notice will be provided for any schedule changes.
• Planned leave of fewer than 3 days requires a 2-week notice; leave of 2 weeks or more requires a 3-month notice to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Laboratory Director or management team.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a laboratory.
• Must be American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician/Clinical Laboratory Technician.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques including blood sampling, specimen collection processing, and clinical laboratory practices.

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about contributing to patient care through accurate laboratory testing to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $40