MLT - Medical Laboratory

Job Description
Job Description Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Full-Time | Columbus Arthritis Center | Columbus, Ohio

About Columbus Arthritis Center

At Columbus Arthritis Center, we are committed to improving the lives of patients with rheumatologic diseases through exceptional care, advanced diagnostics, and a compassionate team approach. Our COLA-accredited, high-complexity laboratory plays an essential role in supporting our physicians and delivering timely, accurate results.
As a physician-owned specialty practice, we value teamwork, professionalism, work-life balance, and creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers.
The Opportunity
Join our modern, on-site laboratory and enjoy a rewarding laboratory career with a predictable weekday schedule, outstanding work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.
Our laboratory utilizes state-of-the-art analyzers and performs a comprehensive testing menu including:
Clinical Chemistry (Ortho analyzers)
Hematology
Immunology
Infectious Disease Testing

Schedule
Full-time
Monday-Friday
Day shift (typical daytime business hours)
No evenings, weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities

Your Impact
Working under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, you will perform laboratory testing that directly supports the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care of patients with autoimmune and rheumatologic diseases.

Responsibilities include:
Receive, process, and prepare patient specimens
Perform laboratory testing using automated analyzers and manual methods
Analyze and accurately report patient results
Perform quality control, calibration, and routine instrument maintenance
Recognize abnormal or questionable results and follow established laboratory procedures
Document laboratory activities accurately within the laboratory information system and electronic medical record
Maintain compliance with CLIA, COLA, OSHA, HIPAA, and laboratory quality standards
Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to ensure exceptional patient care
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment

Benefits
We believe caring for our employees is just as important as caring for our patients. Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short-term disability insurance
Company-paid long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off and paid holidays
Voluntary supplemental life insurance
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness insurance
Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance

Employee Perks
In addition to our benefits package, we offer programs and workplace advantages designed to support our employees both professionally and personally.
Predictable Monday-Friday daytime schedule
No evenings, weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities
BenefitHub employee discount program
Money Matters, our employee financial wellness initiative providing practical financial tips and resources throughout the year
The Sharing Shelves, a confidential pantry available to employees who may need assistance with food or household essentials
Opportunities for professional growth and internal advancement
Supportive, collaborative culture where employees are known, valued, and encouraged to succeed
Modern, COLA-accredited, high-complexity laboratory with state-of-the-art instrumentation