Part-Time Laboratory Technologist (MLT)

Job Description

Job Description

University Hospitals Urgent Care – Advancing Quality Care with Precision

Are you a detail-oriented lab professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join University Hospitals Urgent Care's mission to deliver uncompromising care—one patient at a time. As a Laboratory Technologist (MLT), you’ll play a critical role in performing high-complexity testing, ensuring lab accuracy, and maintaining compliance—all while being a trusted member of our clinical support team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• LIFE-Work Balance & Flexible Schedule: Part-Time position will be two, 10 hour shifts, or two, 12 hour shifts weekly. – No overnight shifts, so you can prioritize both your career and personal life!
• 401K with Company Match: Plan for your future

What You’ll Do

• Perform a broad range of lab testing without direct supervision, including RT-qPCR procedures and high-complexity testing
• Receive, accession, and process biological specimens; solve specimen collection and processing issues
• Execute and document quality control procedures and corrective actions per lab protocols
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment as needed
• Verify and report accurate results in a timely manner using EMR and instrument software systems
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, COLA, and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and accuracy

• Manage reagent and consumable inventory to ensure uninterrupted testing while minimizing waste and controlling costs.

• Participate in proficiency testing programs and regulatory readiness activities.

• Assist in training and demonstrating laboratory procedures and safe equipment operation to new team members.

• Participate in professional development, training, and competency activities as required by laboratory expansion or new technologies.

• Support laboratory operations by working overtime when needed, including flexibility to meet operational demands.

What You Bring to the Role

• Meets CLIA, CMS, and COLA requirements for high-complexity testing:
• Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology; OR
• Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology; OR
• Equivalent education/training including:
  • 60 semester hours including 24 hours in science/MLT coursework
  • At least 3 months documented lab training in each tested specialty
• Candidates with advanced degrees (Master’s or PhD) will not be considered
• Knowledge of molecular laboratory techniques; RT-qPCR experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Effective communicator and collaborative team member
• Comfortable working 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds

Join University Hospitals Urgent Care and become part of a growing team redefining accessible healthcare. Bring your expertise to a collaborative, patient-focused environment where your precision powers better outcomes every day.

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