Lab Tech / Med Tech

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician / Medical Technician to join our dynamic healthcare and research team. In this vital role, you will perform a wide range of laboratory procedures, including specimen collection, processing, and analysis, to support clinical diagnostics, research studies, and laboratory quality assurance. Your expertise will contribute to accurate test results, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and scientific integrity. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about advancing medical science and improving health outcomes through precise laboratory work.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and handle biological specimens using aseptic techniques, venipuncture (blood sampling), and specimen processing protocols.
• Perform laboratory tests including clinical chemistry, microbiology, hematology, immunoassays, ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay), PCR (polymerase chain reaction), flow cytometry, RNA extraction, DNA isolation, and other diagnostic assays.
• Operate and maintain medical laboratory equipment such as blood analyzers, microscopes, centrifuges, CT (computed tomography) scanners when applicable, and other specialized instruments following manufacturer guidelines.
• Manage laboratory data accurately using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), ensuring proper documentation and data integrity.
• Implement laboratory quality control protocols to ensure test accuracy and reliability; troubleshoot equipment issues as needed.
• Adhere to CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) regulations and hospital or clinical standards for specimen collection, processing, and testing procedures.
• Interpret diagnostic test results in collaboration with healthcare professionals; maintain compliance with safety standards including blood banking practices and vital signs monitoring when applicable.
• Maintain detailed records of laboratory activities, perform routine calibration of equipment, and assist in laboratory management tasks such as inventory control and supply ordering.
• Support clinical trials or research projects by performing specialized tests, data analysis, and reporting findings to contribute to scientific advancements.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and clinical chemistry testing procedures.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques such as PCR, ELISA, RNA extraction, DNA isolation, flow cytometry, immunoassays, and microbiology testing.
• Experience with blood banking procedures including venipuncture (phlebotomy), blood sampling techniques, and specimen processing.
• Familiarity with laboratory management systems like LIMS or LIS for data entry and report generation.
• Ability to interpret diagnostic tests accurately within a clinical context; understanding of hematology results is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail for maintaining quality control standards; strong organizational skills for managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of CLIA regulations along with hospital or clinical laboratory safety protocols; aseptic technique expertise is required.
• Competence in operating medical laboratory equipment safely and effectively; experience in clinical chemistry testing or microbiology is preferred.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with healthcare teams; understanding of medical terminology relevant to laboratory work.
• Prior experience in a hospital or clinical setting involving specimen collection/processing or blood banking is highly desirable.

Join us in making a meaningful impact through precise diagnostics! We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where your skills contribute directly to patient care excellence while supporting ongoing scientific discovery. All roles are paid positions that recognize your vital contribution to health sciences!

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person