MLT

***Hours for this position are: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm with every third rotating weekend***

Job Summary: Performs a variety of routine and advanced laboratory tests and procedures ranging from waived to high complexity testing, in one or more sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Professional application of the principles, theories and techniques of medical technology are used to produce reliable test results that aid the physician in diagnosis and treatment.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements: 

At least one of the following education and /or experience qualifications is required: 

• Associate degree in laboratory science or medial laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR
• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489:
  • 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either:
    • 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR
    • 24 semester hours of science courses that include: six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND
    • Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR
    • At least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
• Must be registered or eligible for registration through a nationally recognized certification agency.
• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care in his/her assigned department.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status. The individual must interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, providing the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.