What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) position at Cetechs?
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
About Cetechs
Cetechs is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business dedicated to supporting federal agencies with outstanding professional services. With a growing network of government contracts, we offer unique career growth opportunities while supporting the mission of government service.
Position Overview
Medical Laboratory Technician needed to provide essential laboratory testing services at Cheyenne WY VA Healthcare System. This role supports veteran healthcare through the performance of routine and stat laboratory testing across multiple disciplines, ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic results.
Key Responsibilities
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About Cetechs
Cetechs is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business dedicated to supporting federal agencies with outstanding professional services. With a growing network of government contracts, we offer unique career growth opportunities while supporting the mission of government service.
Position Overview
Medical Laboratory Technician needed to provide essential laboratory testing services at Cheyenne WY VA Healthcare System. This role supports veteran healthcare through the performance of routine and stat laboratory testing across multiple disciplines, ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic results.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and stat laboratory testing in:
- Specimen processing
- Hematology
- Chemistry
- Coagulation
- Urinalysis
- Basic microbiology
- Blood bank
- Follow established quality control procedures and documentation requirements
- Process and prepare specimens according to laboratory protocols
- Monitor equipment performance and report irregularities
- Document test results accurately and promptly
- Report critical values according to established protocols
- Maintain laboratory safety standards and infection control practices
- Comply with all VA policies regarding patient privacy and information security
Required:
- Associate degree
- Current certification from either:
- American Medical Technologist (AMT) or
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as Medical Laboratory Technician
- US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status
- Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing)
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn laboratory information systems
- Prior experience in a hospital laboratory setting
- Experience with Vista/CPRS systems
- Blood bank experience
- Previous work in a VA or federal healthcare facility
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance plan covered at 100% for Employees
- Paid time off and federal holidays
