Medical Laboratory Technician I

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for performing medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Ensures accuracy and reliability of laboratory results. Maintains compliance with established protocols and quality standards. Operates and calibrates laboratory equipment to support effective patient care. Collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver timely and precise diagnostic information.

Essential Functions

• Conducts chemical analyses of body fluids to determine normal and abnormal components.

• Analyzes and verifies test results before releasing findings.

• Performs quality control studies and routine preventative maintenance according to protocols.

• Conducts equipment checks as scheduled.

• Performs STAT testing within established turnaround guidelines.

• Responds to queries from hospital care team members courteously and promptly.

• Assists in the orientation and training of new laboratory employees.

• Maintains professional growth and required certification.

• Reports equipment or computer malfunctions to supervisor immediately.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Associates degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation

Experience Requirement

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 1. Never

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials; intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; occasional exposure to radiation and recombinant DNA or viral vectors.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department:

Laboratory Services

Shift:

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type:

Full time

Address:

2201 Lexington Avenue

City, State:

Ashland, Kentucky