JOB TITLE: Medical Lab Technician - Hematology DEPT: Laboratory LOCATION: Maury Regional Medical Center - Columbia, TN
- Full
- Time, Monday
- Thursday 2p
- 11:30p MAURY REGIONAL HEALTH: At Maury Regional Health, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care, offering exceptional service. As a top-rated organization, we foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment where innovation and patient care lead the way. JOB
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs laboratory testing and reports accurate results used in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of disease. This position performs testing across assigned laboratory areas, including hematology, bacteriology, chemistry, and blood bank, while operating laboratory equipment according to established protocols and procedures. The MLT supports quality patient care by performing required quality control, identifying abnormal or critical results, troubleshooting routine instrument issues, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
DUTIES: Performs laboratory testing in assigned areas, including hematology, bacteriology, chemistry, and blood bank, according to established procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Operates laboratory instruments and equipment, identifies potential malfunctions, performs routine troubleshooting and corrective actions, and escalates unresolved issues to appropriate personnel. Performs and documents required quality control procedures, routine instrument checks, and maintenance and takes appropriate action when results do not meet established standards.
Reviews test results for accuracy and recognizes abnormal, unusual, or critical values, ensuring timely reporting and complete documentation according to departmental policies. Meets established productivity expectations by completing scheduled testing, reviewing and reconciling pending work, and assisting with monitoring departmental supply inventory. Utilizes the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to accurately document, verify, and report patient results while following established computer and documentation procedures.
Successfully participates in required internal and external proficiency testing and communicates pending tests, instrument concerns, and other outstanding issues during shift transitions. Works independently within established guidelines while maintaining effective communication with laboratory leadership, coworkers, and patient care staff and promoting teamwork and excellent customer service. JOB
- Licensure as a Medical Laboratory Technician by Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board OR National Certification as Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP, AMT, AAB Required
- Associate's Degree from a NAACLS Laboratory Science Program Required
- 1 Year of Related Experience Preferred WHY MAURY:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plans & PTO
- Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Navigation
- Employee Discounts
- Childcare Services
- Adoption Assistance For more information: About Maury Regional Health MISSION, VISION & VALUES: MISSION: Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day. VISION: To be the trusted choice for health and wellness in southern Middle Tennessee by delivering a safe, seamless and patient-centered experience. VALUES: W – Wholeness: Wellness-centered care of mind, body & spirit for our patients & health care team. E – Empathy : Understanding the feelings of others as we walk with them on their path to wellness. C – Community: Creating relationships, connections & trust. A – Advocacy: Defending the rights of all to be heard. R – Respect: Treating everyone with dignity & respect. E – Engagement : Actively involving all stakeholders in creating better health outcomes for southern Middle Tennessee . STRATEGIC ANCHORS:
- Quality patient care
- Highly effective teams
- Stewardship of resources
- Innovative culture Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.