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Medical Lab Technician Core Lab


Pay$22.66 - $30.54 / hour
LocationPanama City/Florida
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: REF522X

      Company Description

      Location: Panama City, FL (Bay County)
      Pay: $22.66–$30.54/hr (experience-based)
      Differentials: Evening +$1.45/hr | Nights +$2.50/hr
      Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
      Relocation: Case-by-case
      Schedule: Days 7A–7:30P or Nights 7P–7:30A (Rotating Weekends)

      Job Description

      Overview
      Join a high-volume Core Laboratory as a Medical Lab Technician (Generalist). This role supports ED, ICU, NICU/PICU, oncology, cardiac, surgical, and inpatient services. You will rotate through Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Immunology, with assistance in Microbiology/Blood Bank workflows as needed. Ideal for candidates who enjoy fast-paced environments and multibench responsibility.

      Responsibilities

      • Perform testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Immunology; verify and release accurate results.

      • Flag, document, and communicate abnormal/critical values per hospital policy.

      • Maintain specimen integrity; accession, label, and process samples; assist with limited phlebotomy.

      • Perform QC/QA, calibrations, and proficiency testing; initiate corrective action when required.

      • Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate analyzers; coordinate vendor service when needed.

      • Maintain supply levels and ensure clean, safe, CLIA/CAP-compliant work areas.

      • Support inspection readiness and assist with workflow efficiency.

      Qualifications

      Required:

      • Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license (active or in-process per state rules).

      • High School diploma required; Associate’s degree strongly preferred.

      • Certification: MLT (ASCP), AMT, CPT, or equivalent.

      • Solid understanding of clinical laboratory workflows.

      • U.S. work authorization.

      Preferred / Will Train:

      • Prior hospital or reference lab experience preferred (will train strong clinicals or lab assistant experience).

      • Comfortable working multiple benches in a high-volume, high-acuity environment.

      Additional Information

      Compensation

      • Entry/1–2 yrs: $22.66–$25.72/hr

      • Mid/5–6 yrs: Up to $26.74/hr

      • Senior/10+ yrs: $27.76–$30.54/hr

      • Shift Differentials: Evenings +$1.45/hr | Nights +$2.50/hr

      • Sign-On Bonus: $15,000

      • Relocation: Case-by-case

      Benefits
      Comprehensive benefits may include medical/vision/dental insurance, behavioral health, telemedicine, 401(k) with 100% match (3–9% by years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount), paid time off, extended leave programs, disability coverage, tuition/loan assistance, wellness/EAP resources, and employee recognition programs. Eligibility varies.

      Keywords: Medical Lab Technician, MLT, ASCP, AMT, CPT, Core Lab, Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Immunology, Clinical Laboratory, QC, QA, CLIA, CAP, Analyzer, Hospital Lab, Day Shift, Night Shift, Panama City, Bay County, Florida.

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      #MedicalLabTechnician #MLT #ASCP #AMT #CoreLab #ClinicalLab #Chemistry #Hematology #Urinalysis #Immunology #HospitalLab #FloridaJobs #PanamaCityJobs #HealthcareJobs

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