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Medical Lab Tech
Washington, IA
Medical Laboratory Technician
Facility: The facility's laboratory performs a full range of testing to support clinical operations.
Position Overview:
The facility seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician for a 13-week contract assignment. You'll work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory tests accurately and on time, following established protocols and physician orders
- Report results efficiently and accurately in compliance with laboratory procedures
- Record, analyze, and evaluate QC data to maintain testing accuracy and precision
- Maintain equipment through preventive and corrective maintenance; troubleshoot malfunctions and initiate corrective action
- Maintain a safe, efficient work environment through equipment checks, area cleaning, and temperature monitoring per regulatory standards
- Identify and resolve problems affecting test analyses; escalate to supervisors when appropriate
- Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from acceptable guidelines
- Assist with annual departmental inventory
- Evaluate new testing methodologies and contribute to procedure writing
- Stay current with professional knowledge through journal reading and training attendance
- Recommend process improvements for operational efficiency
Required Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in Medical Technology, related science field, or equivalent experience
- ASCP or AMT certification preferred
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion
Start Date: November 6, 2026
