Tech MLT/Medical Technologist/Clinical Lab Scientist

Job Title

Laboratory Technologist (MLT or MT)

Location

Machias, ME

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Evening Shift | Must Rotate Weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests across all assigned areas including hematology, immunohematology, immunology, bacteriology, microscopy, routine chemistry, and therapeutic drug monitoring in accordance with established protocols.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures including arterial puncture, capillary punctures, and venipunctures, applying age-specific criteria as appropriate.
• Process specimens, calibrate and maintain instruments, and perform quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure proper instrument and reagent function.
• Validate and report test results accurately and in a timely manner; prepare and maintain reagent supplies necessary for testing.
• Assist in the maintenance and development of laboratory policy and procedural manuals, and support orientation and training of students and new employees.
• Follow all established safety practices including biohazard protocols, exposure control plans, infection control, and chemical hygiene standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology or a related area of specialty.
• Certification/registration or certification/registry eligibility as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through AMT or ASCP is required.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function in limited space with frequent interruptions and adapt to day-to-day temperature variations and moderate noise levels within a laboratory environment.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience performing general laboratory supervision for waived, moderate, and high complexity testing.
• Familiarity with hospital-wide Quality Improvement programs and participation in departmental QI activities.
• Experience researching and developing new laboratory procedures.

Why Join Us

• Work in a collaborative laboratory environment where your expertise directly supports patient diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring.
• Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and play an active role in laboratory operations and staff development.