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MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN/CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (MLT/CLT)
NOW OFFERING A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $2,000!!!*
ABOUT US:
Laredo Technical Services, Inc. provides staffing services to federal Government agencies all over the world. LTSI connects the right opportunities to the right people. With our experience in placing our Team Members throughout the United States and overseas, we excel at providing experienced, professional personnel for a wide range of Professional and Office Administration as well as Medical services. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of professionals in the industry.
LTSI’s culture delivers a strong work ethic while going above and beyond with a sense of urgency. We are the employee-driven company. We strive for excellence every day, which is what sets us apart from all the other government contractors. Our strong work ethic, sense of urgency and commitment to going above and beyond for our clients is what we value most!
As a Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that provides a broad range of administrative, project management, and medical staffing support services, we are also honored to be a Member of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), and we encourage military spouses to apply for any of our positions for which they feel they are qualified.
JOB TITLE: Medical Laboratory Technician/Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT/ CLT)
GOVERNMENT AGENCY & LOCATION:
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Building 163
1901 Veterans Memorial Drive
Temple, Texas 76502
POSITION INFORMATION:
Certified Medical Laboratory Technicians/Clinical Laboratory Technicians (MLT/CLT) will provide diagnostic testing services to The Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System in Temple, Texas.
Must possess comprehensive knowledge of professional Medical Laboratory Technician principles, practices, concepts, and theories providing for sound independent work.
Must possess comprehensive knowledge of laboratory quality control, quality assurance procedures, and principles of performance improvement providing for sound independent work.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
Medical Laboratory Technician/Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT/CLT):
- Technician must have a 2-year Associates in Applied Science Degree
- Technician must have a minimum of two (2) years of laboratory experience
- Technician must be American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician/Clinical Laboratory Technician.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Is expected to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results
- Will perform, evaluate, interpret, correlate, and validate the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results
- Requires a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision
- Will be required to monitor quality control systems and measures
- Requires the ability to interpret and apply complex written instructions
- Must utilize basic knowledge of laboratory equipment and be able to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation
- May need to resolve problems encountered in the laboratory
- Must be able to communicate, consult, and interact with other members of the healthcare team, external relations, customer service, and patient education
- Will perform a broad range of laboratory procedures, including advanced and complex laboratory procedures. Must be able to recognize deviation from expected results and use scientific principles to analyze and correct problems
- Evaluate and solve problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis accounting for physiologic processes and requirements
- Maintain and document the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Use, calibrate, and identify malfunctions; repair and perform preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Troubleshoot issues with laboratory instruments and resolve problems. Diagnose deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction
- Perform and document quality control and quality assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement
- Identify discrepancies, solve problems, and present solutions
- Answer inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors that influence test results. Interpret results and suggest follow-up test selection or procedures
- Must meet all acceptable quality and productivity standards as defined by Chief, P&LMS or designee
- Other duties as assigned
Experience on the following analyzers is preferred:
- Sysmex XN3100 Hematology Analyzer & Slide Maker Stainer
- Sysmex Cellavision Digital Imaging
- Diagnostica STAR Max Coagulation Analyzer
- Beckman Iris Velocity & IQ Select Urinalysis Analyzer
- Beckman Coulter AU5800 Chemistry Analyzer
- Beckman Coulter DxI800 Immunoassay Analyzer
- Beckman Coulter Power Express Automation Line
- Osmometer
COMPENSATION: $27.72 per hour plus an additional $4.57 per hour for Health & Welfare
POSITION TIMING: Immediate hire upon completion of required background investigation and security package.
BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Federal Holidays including:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Presidents Birthday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Columbus Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
*Restrictions apply. Ask for details.
Laredo Technical Services, Inc. (LTSi) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
LTSi is committed to ensuring an accessible online application process for all individuals, including those with disabilities. We offer alternative application methods for candidates who are unable to complete the online application due to a disability or other need for accommodation. LTSi complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam-Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and other relevant state and local laws. If you need assistance with an application due to a disability, please contact hr@laredotechnical.com.
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Salary : $26 - $27
