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The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing laboratory testing procedures, including blood specimen collection and quality control analysis. They must also interpret patient results, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain accurate laboratory records.
Responsible for performing all required laboratory testing procedures including, but not limited to, blood specimen collection, determining validity of results, quality control analysis, maintenance of accurate records and maintaining equipment. Responsible for interpreting and troubleshooting patient results. The following is a summary of the major job functions; perform all required testing in various sections of the clinical laboratory according to policy and procedures; perform and document results of quality control and maintenance, taking necessary corrective action as prescribed by written policy; collect specimen, process specimens and prepare specimens for testing or referral as prescribed by written policy; assist physicians and other hospital personnel with interpretation of test results; ordering and taking outpatient orders; responsible for ensuring a clean work area and adequate supplies (restocking of inventory); must be able to perform problem solving or troubleshooting as outlined by lab policy. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor that are not listed below; and specific functions may change from time to time.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science with 2 years of experience, or an associate degree from an approved Medical Technology program. Certification as an MLT (ASCP) or equivalent is required within the first 6 months of employment.
Market context
In Texas, PRN medical laboratory technician roles typically support variable coverage, making availability, laboratory training, and adaptable scheduling important to employers. Candidates may be competitive with an approved Medical Technology associate degree or a relevant bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience, and must obtain MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification within six months. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original description, saving research time; confirm certification eligibility before applying.