Medical Laboratory Technician Keesler

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Perform a full range of clinical lab tests in departments like hematology, chemistry, cytology, microbiology, and blood bank.  
• Assess sample suitability and ensure physiological integrity is preserved.  
• Prepare lab reagents and reference materials.  
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments.  
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment or testing issues.  
• Conduct quality control and assurance procedures and document findings.  
• Prepare specimens for transport or mail-out.  
• Safely dispose of biological waste per protocols.   

• Degree: Certificate  
• BLS -Active  only from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Education: Graduate of an MLT training program accredited by:  
• National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS),  
• Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or  
• Program recognized by the American Medical Technologist (AMT)  
• Certification: Certified by ASCP or AMT (as specified in the Task Order)  
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience within the past 2 years as a Medical Laboratory Technician  
• Licensure: As applicable per Task Order  

• Strong understanding of clinical laboratory procedures and safety standards  
• Experience with various lab instruments and troubleshooting techniques  
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and quality control habits  
• Ability to manage samples and prioritize testing workflow efficiently  
• Effective communication with clinical teams regarding results and follow-ups  

• 9-hour workdays (1-hour unpaid lunch), Monday–Friday (Between 0700-1800). 
• Blood drives: May require early starts (as early as 3:00 AM) or late days (until 11:59 PM). 
• Some TDY travel required (non-local blood drives). 
• No on-call or holiday work unless assigned in support of blood drive scheduling. 

• Able to lift equipment up to 40 lbs. 
• Must meet immunization and tuberculosis screening requirements. 
• Must complete a physical exam and respirator mask fitting, as required.

• Clinical lab setting and mobile/outreach blood drives. 
• Personal services environment with day-to-day supervision by military lab leadership.

• TB Screening 
• Physical examination 
• Vaccinations per MTF guidelines

• U.S. Citizenship required 
• Background check as per DHA standards