Medical Technologist, UofL Hospital, Microbiology, 7a-3:30p

LocationUniversity Hospital - UMC

Also in530 South Jackson Street, Louisville, KY 40202

Work modeon-site

Typefull-time

SeniorityEntry

Experience1+ yrs

Company size10,000+ people

First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago

Verified live1d ago

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Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, or biological science field or medical technology

Certified as a Medical Technologist by ASCP, NCA, or AMT

Minimum 1-year experience

Self-directed and self-motivated with ability to multitask

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and safety

Knowledge of CLIA rules and regulations

Good analytical judgment

Ability to work under pressure, strong problem-solving skill, attention to detail

Experience in a physician office setting

Experience working with a pediatric population

Experience with an Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Skills

Allscripts

Primary Location:

University Hospital - UMC

Address:

530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect blood specimens and perform hematology, chemistry and microbiology testing in house.

• Perform other in house tests as ordered, including urinalysis, microscopy, rapid strep screens and throat cultures.

• Collect, process and prepare specimens to be sent to reference laboratory.

• Communicate with reference laboratory as needed regarding specimens, procedures, supplies.

• Utilize Allscripts Electronic Health Record as required for reporting tests and communicating with providers.

• Perform routine maintenance, calibration and standardization of laboratory instruments.

• Perform and report quarterly proficiency testing.

• Perform and document quarterly medical records check to confirm quality assurance per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA). Also assist in preparation for CLIA inspection/certification (minimally every two years, or for unannounced inspections).

• Keep daily and monthly statistics of laboratory tests.

• Maintain inventory/order laboratory supplies.

• Maintain Quality Assurance of laboratory. Ensure integrity of reagents and controls by carefully keeping track of expiration dates.

• Maintain neat, clean, orderly laboratory.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

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Analyzes patient samples according to approved standards of testing

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Performs and records quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of test results

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Maintains equipment to ensure accurate, consistent results in the performance of tests

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Processes laboratory specimens as needed

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Properly prepares and identifies samples for laboratory testing

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Monitors the recording and reporting of test results including reporting critical results

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Accurately reports patient results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)

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Performs clerical duties needed for the department (includes accessing information in the EHR, filing reports/slides/specimens, answering phones, tracking specimens)

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours): 8 hours, 10 hours or 12 hours depending on unit/location

Shifts/Week: 3 -5

Overtime Required: ☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often

Other Functions:

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Identifies and reports any safety hazards or concerns

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Makes suggestions for improvements of policies and procedures

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Performs teaching and training duties of position to other staff and potential employees

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Develops and assists in writing training guides and standard work documents

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Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

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Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

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Performs other duties as assigned

Important Note:

Additional duties may be required for specialized areas (e.g. blood bank, cytology); please see your supervisor for department specific addenda.

A Note on Required Qualifications:

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Only one of the listed certifications is required, not all.

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The individual must have a Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science field or medical technology from an accredited institution, or must otherwise satisfy CLIA certification standards.

Additional Job Description:

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Certified as a Medical Technologist by the Board of Registry of ASCP or National Certification Agency (NCA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT)

• Minimum 1-year experience

• Experience in a physician office setting preferred

• Experience working with a pediatric population preferred

• Experience with an Electronic Health Record (E.H.R.) preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to multitask

• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory equipment and safety including the use of hazardous chemicals, biological safety cabinets, and personal protective equipment.

• Must have knowledge of CLIA rules and regulations to assure lab is CLIA certified. Complete any paperwork required.

• Must have good analytical judgment.

• Ability to work under pressure, strong problem-solving skill, and attention to detail.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• There will be a combination of standing, walking and sitting in this position. Must be able to get up and down out of a chair without difficulty, as there will be movement between blood collection and working with laboratory instruments.

• Strength is needed to hold patients during specimen collection.

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