Laboratory - MLT

Medical Laboratory Technician Job Type: Travel Profession: Medical Laboratory Specialty: Medical Laboratory Technician Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Weekender Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 1+ years of related work experience preferred License: Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Technologist - Equivalent required Certifications: ASCP certification or equivalent required or obtained within 1 year of hire Must-Have: Two-year Medical Laboratory Technician degree required. Four-year degree from an accredited program or two-year degree from an accredited program with MT AAB Certification recognized required Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required Description: The Medical Lab Technologist, under supervision, performs laboratory tests and procedures as requested. Responsible for performing additional duties in one of the six sections: Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, Blood Gas/Point of Care, Chemistry, or Blood Bank. Maintains supply inventory for the assigned section. Performs weekly and monthly maintenance on section analyzers. Assists in implementing new analyzers by running validations, attending advance training, and training colleagues on new tests/analyzers. Updates and reviews section policies and procedures yearly. Performs six-month correlations in the assigned section. Performs calibration and linearity of tests in the section when necessary. Conducts data review and reporting. Completes section staff's annual competency assessments. Reviews proficiency test results and investigates failed results. Educates staff to ensure accurate results for future proficiency samples. Performs laboratory tests in hematology, coagulation, chemistry, blood gas, serology, blood bank, and microbiology. Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective actions. Calls critical test results to responsible personnel immediately as per established criteria. Prepares test reports legibly. Initials and dates own work performed. Reviews reports for clerical accuracy and clinical indications. Runs quality-control tests according to established procedures to ensure lab operates within established ranges. Analyzes quality-control data and takes corrective action when results fall outside acceptable limits. Documents all actions taken. Holds patient results until out-of-control situations are resolved. Reports unresolved situations to the Section Lead or Laboratory Director. Observes and follows department preventive maintenance schedules. Documents all instrument checks, preventive maintenance, and problems with corrective actions taken. Recognizes, analyzes, and resolves instrument and clinical problems. Provides assistance to colleagues in problem resolution. Reports unresolved instrument or clinical issues to the Section Lead. Provides in-service training to other personnel and students. Instructs in laboratory bench procedures and clinical application of test results. Assures comprehension of procedures and evaluates troubleshooting techniques. Documents training completion. Notifies the Section Lead when low on supplies. Answers phone calls from patients and outside providers for test information. Receives and checks in supplies, ensuring all packages are dated and matched with packing slips. Maintains files pertinent to the laboratory area. Participates in the preparation and presentation of continuing education programs. Observes all laboratory and hospital policies and safety practices. Maintains a neat and clean work area and restocks daily supplies. Performs specimen collection and processing duties as needed. Attends collections to assist physicians in specimen preparation. Performs other duties as requested. About Cynet Health Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact. We offer competitive benefits, including: Medical, dental & vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs) Disability insurance 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses Free tax return assistance for travelers Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply. Cynet Health