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Medical Lab Tech
Washington, IA
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Position Overview
The facility seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to join the laboratory team on a 13-week contract. This is a night shift position (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), Friday through Sunday.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory tests accurately and efficiently following established guidelines and physician orders
- Report results in a timely manner while maintaining compliance with all laboratory procedures
- Perform, record, and analyze quality control data to ensure accuracy and precision
- Maintain a safe and efficient work environment through regular equipment checks, work area cleanliness, and temperature monitoring
- Troubleshoot advanced laboratory equipment and initiate corrective actions
- Identify and resolve problems affecting test analyses; escalate to supervisors when appropriate
- Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from acceptable guidelines
- Assist with yearly departmental inventory and recommend process improvements
- Stay current with clinical competency through ongoing professional development
- Evaluate new testing methodologies and contribute to technical procedure documentation
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science field, or equivalent experience
- ASCP or AMT certification preferred
- Knowledge of all laboratory areas
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Familiarity with computerized documentation systems preferred
Schedule & Contract Details
- Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Friday–Sunday
- 13-week contract
- Start date: November 6, 2026
