Job Specifics
Career Department
Laboratory
Status
Full Time
Shift
2:30pm- 11:00pm
Average Weekly Hours
40
Contact
Employment Specialists
Phone
740.393.9612
740.393.9643
Email
careers [at] knoxcommhosp [dot] org
Posting Date
Wed, 10/14/2026 - 12:00pm
JOB SUMMARY
A Medical Laboratory Technician performs laboratory tests to aid in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Assists in collection, processing, and analysis of test ordered by a physician. Delivers accurate test results to aid the doctor in his/her diagnosis.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs routine/complex tests in areas of the laboratory using highly technical instrumentation.
- Correlates unexpected lab test results with disease states or apply scientific principle theory of testing procedure for instruments, reagents, quality control to determine the rationale behind unexpected or inconceivable results.
- Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots and repairs instruments to ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory.
- Recognizes, identifies and resolves problems and issues that arise without direct supervision.
- Sets up and assists with the development of in-house protocols for new procedures from manufacturer's instructions and established references.
- Actively participates in Laboratory Quality Assurance activities with emphasis on assuring compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies. Informs other staff of changes that occur.
- Evaluates new instruments and procedures and provides feedback on ways to improve service delivery.
- Maintains quality control programs and takes appropriate action to resolve unacceptable values.
- Maintains inventory control to assure adequate supplies and reagents needed for operation.
- Maintains and supports computer information systems by entering data, analyzing, verifying, and printing reports; accessing patient and testing information and providing assistance with this information to hospital staff.
- Writes standard operating procedures, prepares reports, and reviews testing results.
- Actively participates in laboratory and/or hospital committees and activities such as continuing education and customer service teams.
- Notifies provider of critical results within acceptable timeframes.
- Process specimens for reference laboratory.
Requirements Include
- MLT(ASCP) and an associate degree; OR
- Must successfully pass MLT registry within 6 months of employment.
- Current CPR certification preferred.
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