Microbiologist (MLS/MLT)
Tuba City, AZ
GlobalPoint
4x10 hrs, Days, Nights

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Location: Tuba City, AZ
Facility Type: Hospital / Clinical Laboratory

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) is responsible for processing clinical specimens, performing laboratory tests, and reporting accurate results in accordance with established laboratory procedures, regulatory standards, and quality control requirements. The position supports multiple laboratory departments, including Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, Microbiology, and Clinical Microscopy.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, receive, process, and prepare clinical specimens for laboratory testing.
• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests in Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Blood Bank.
• Conduct urinalysis, coagulation testing, and clinical microscopy procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Analyze test results, identify abnormal findings, and report results accurately and promptly.
• Perform quality control procedures and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
• Follow established laboratory protocols, safety standards, and infection control practices.
• Ensure proper specimen handling, storage, and processing.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment and testing issues and report discrepancies.
• Maintain compliance with CLIA requirements and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support timely diagnosis and patient care.
• Participate in laboratory operations across rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum of 60 semester hours of college coursework, including:
  • 6 semester hours of Chemistry.
  • 6 semester hours of Biology.
  • 12 semester hours of Laboratory Science.
• Alternatively, completion of an approved military laboratory training program.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 months of clinical laboratory experience across core laboratory areas, including:
  • Chemistry
  • Hematology
  • Microbiology
  • Blood Bank
• Experience may be obtained through accredited clinical training.
• Must have experience consistent with CLIA-defined scope of practice, including moderate-complexity testing and supervised participation in high-complexity testing.

License / Certification

• MLT certification required within 18 months of hire.
• Acceptable certifications include:
  • AMT – Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
  • ASCP – Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
  • Other nationally recognized certifications meeting CLIA requirements.
• Certification must remain active throughout employment.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements as established by the certifying organization.

Schedule

• 24-hour laboratory operations.
• Rotating day, evening, and night shifts.
• Weekends and holidays required.
• Occasional overtime may be required.