Tech MLT/Medical Technologist/Clinical Lab Scientist

Job Title

Medical Laboratory Technician (Generalist)

Location

State College, PA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and efficient analyses on blood and other body fluids using manual and automated methods to support diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Prepare, log, and process specimens by verifying patient identification, entering required information, and ensuring appropriate testing is ordered.
• Monitor and ensure quality control criteria are met before releasing any reports; repeat procedures and request new specimens when necessary.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and check the performance of all laboratory instruments and equipment daily; communicate issues to supervisors promptly.
• Manage departmental reagent and supply inventory, including rotation, dating, and testing of reagents to ensure accuracy and availability.
• Assist with training of technical personnel, participate in proficiency testing and quality assurance activities, and support implementation of new procedures or equipment evaluations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified MT or MLS through ASCP, AMT, NCCLS, or equivalent certifying body.
• Ability to maintain proficiency across all clinical departments of the laboratory.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff, patients, and fellow employees.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory safety, infection control, and quality assurance procedures.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in Blood Bank operations.
• Experience in Microbiology within a clinical laboratory setting.

Why Join Us

• Join a dynamic clinical laboratory environment where your technical expertise directly contributes to patient care and outcomes.
• Work within a supportive team structure with clear supervision and opportunities to contribute to process improvement and laboratory excellence.