Medical Technologist I

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Medical Technologist I performs patient testing and laboratory procedures to support clinical operations.
• This role involves specimen processing, microbiology testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, and accurate reporting of results while ensuring compliance with laboratory standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and specialized microbiology laboratory testing.
• Conduct Gram stains and specimen plating for microbiology cultures.
• Prepare specimens, reagents, and laboratory solutions.
• Review and report accurate test results to healthcare providers.
• Troubleshoot equipment, specimen, and workflow issues.
• Perform quality control and routine equipment maintenance.
• Assist with training new staff and students, as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and special projects.

Requirements:

• Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) accepted.
• Experience with Gram staining and microbiology specimen plating is required.
• No prior experience required if the required microbiology skills are present.
• Blood banking or core laboratory experience is not required.

Preferrences:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced microbiology laboratory.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.