Medical Laboratory Technician - PRN

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Paducah, KY Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 2, 2026 Last posted March 2, 2026
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Medical Laboratory Technician - PRN

Prepares, performs and records testing procedures in accordance with established criteria as assigned with any or all the sections of the Clinical Laboratory.

Job Duties:

  • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
  • Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the coordinator.
  • Participate in Laboratory Quality program. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
  • Perform tasks at an acceptable pace to ensure the prompt reporting of accurate patient results. Communicates the status of pending work to the on-coming shift.

Requirements:

  • Associate’s degree of applied science in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science or related science.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Certification as MLT (AMT), MLS (ASCP), CLT (NCA) or equivalent preferred.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About this role

Summary

Performs diagnostic tests, maintains records, and ensures test accuracy in clinical laboratory setting.

Job title

Medical Laboratory Technician - PRN

Experience level

entry level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Must be in Paducah, KY; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

associate's degree in sciencespecimen handlingtest analysisrecord keeping

Preferred skills

MLTMLSCLTcertification

Specializations

medical technologyclinical laboratory science
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Paducah, KY, USA

On-site City