Valley Health·Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
The Medical Laboratory Technician performs automated and manual diagnostic testing across various laboratory departments including Blood Bank, Chemistry, and Microbiology. They are also responsible for instrument maintenance, quality control, and providing phlebotomy services to patients of all ages.
Department LABORATORY - 807010 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Third Shift (United States of America) Pay Grade 114
Medical Laboratory Technician are professional health caregivers who constantly seek performance improvement in all areas of Laboratory analysis. The Medical Laboratory Technician will interact and service all age groups including neonatal, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. They must be proficient in phlebotomy for the groups (if applicable). All technicians and technologists are generalists and must be able to perform automated and manual testing in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, and Serology. They must have the ability to perform instrument maintenance and be competent to interpret calibrations and QC. They must be able to prioritize work and maintain a professional demeanor under stress. Education Associates degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory/medical technology science from an accredited institution.
Alternative degrees in science and U.S. military laboratory training can be accepted if CLIA alternative education requirements are shown to have been met. Transcripts will need to be submitted with application. Certification & Licensures West Virginia DHHR Clinical Laboratory Practitioner License, if applicable. Primary Source Verification is required. Qualifications Demonstrates knowledge/competence in providing service to patients of all ages including: neonate, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric. Demonstrates knowledge/competence in the performance of diagnostic testing applying Det Norske Veritas (DNV) patient safety initiatives and applies these to all aspects of patient care. Ability to consistently pay attention to detail while maintaining quality and productivity required. Ability to prioritize work and situational professional demands required. Professional demeanor and communication, both verbal and written, when under stress required. Professional and respectful interaction in all situations with patients, physicians and employees required. Benefits At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
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Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com. Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team!
Candidates must hold an Associate degree in a chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution. A West Virginia DHHR Clinical Laboratory Practitioner License is required if applicable.
Market context
In West Virginia, medical laboratory technician openings often reflect steady demand from hospitals and clinical labs that need coverage across evenings and overnight shifts. These roles can be competitive because employers look for an accredited associate degree, any required West Virginia DHHR Clinical Laboratory Practitioner License, and comfort working third shift. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any night-shift or lab instrumentation experience in your application.