Lab Testing Tech

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Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

The Lab Testing Tech position is responsible for performing laboratory testing in Chemistry and limited microbiology testing. The position will also function as a generalist with various bodily fluids and samples, performing moderate complexity testing. Maintains and documents QC processes. Operates and maintains instruments per manufacturer's recommendations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and Associate's degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an
Accredited institution:(preferred)

AND 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses ; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include
6 semester hours of chemistry
6 semester hours of biology
12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any
Combination
AND
Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or CAAHEP

OR
At least 3 months of documented laboratory training in each specialty performing high complexity testing to be completed within the first 3 months of employment.

Preferred: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), AMT (American Medical Technologists) or AAB (American Associations of Bioanalysis) or equivalent.