MLT - Laboratory / Microbiology

Medical Laboratory Technician
Maintains responsibility for specimen processing, test performance, and test result reporting. Provides clerical and patient care support services with high accuracy, precision, and timeliness. Ensures compliance with departmental and regulatory agency standards. Works in multiple laboratory sections, including processing, phlebotomy, and microbiology setups. Functions under the supervision of a Laboratory Supervisor or Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Examines and interprets test results to identify abnormalities, including blood bank, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, toxicology, and urinalysis. Prepares sterile media in various formats for bacterial cultures and incubates cultures at prescribed times and temperatures. Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of the policies and procedures relevant to the duties of a Medical Laboratory Technologist. Performs only those technical duties for which training and orientation have been documented and approved. Maintains detailed records of tests performed and reports laboratory test results. Recognizes Quality Control shifts and trends and takes necessary action. Responds to queries regarding age/sex-specific expected, therapeutic, abnormal, and critical values. Follows the critical value policy, notifying appropriate personnel or medical doctors timely. Generates patient reports using both report generation and print screen functions. Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on testing equipment. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments. Maintains the laboratory supply of chemicals and glassware. Operates automated instrumentation and performs manual tests in a timely and accurate manner. Performs order entry procedures using the Laboratory Information System. Demonstrates an understanding of HIS registration episodes by selecting the correct request for registration. Implements quality control procedures and addresses any out-of-control situations. Documents results and remedial actions taken. Follows established schedules for quality control testing. Performs repeats and dilutions accurately and calculates final results on diluted values. Uses laboratory positive patient identification procedures for specimen integrity. Prints worksheets, incomplete logs, and other required logs or reports. Resolves logs and communicates pertinent information to coworkers. Processes incoming specimens, including microbiology, labeling, centrifugation, and separation. Assists other departments with testing as time and circumstances permit. Receives incoming purchased reagents and supplies, documenting the date and time received. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Commits to the safety and well-being of associates and patients through required vaccinations. Adheres to all organizational policies and compliance requirements.
We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 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
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
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.