Job Title: Medical Lab Tech

Job Location Details: Cumming, GA

Work Location: on-site

Job Description:

Are you ready to give your career a boost by bringing your talents and expertise to some of the nation's top companies? At Medix, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for talent through our Healthcare, Scientific and Information Technology divisions. Our dedicated recruiters offer a personalized service to make sure we truly understand your employment needs.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.
• Analyze body fluids, such as blood and urine, for abnormalities.
• Prepare specimens for examination using various laboratory techniques.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Follow strict safety protocols to handle biological samples and hazardous materials.
• Maintain detailed records of test results and ensure accurate data entry into laboratory systems.
• Assist in research studies and quality control procedures to improve testing accuracy.

Testing & Analysis:

• Perform hematology, microbiology, immunology, and chemistry tests.
• Use automated and manual techniques to analyze samples.
• Identify and flag abnormal test results for further review by a pathologist or physician.
• Conduct blood typing and compatibility tests for transfusions.

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Follow laboratory protocols and adhere to regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, etc.).
• Ensure laboratory tests meet quality assurance guidelines.
• Participate in proficiency testing and continuous training.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide timely and accurate test results.
• Communicate findings clearly and effectively to support patient care.
• Assist in training new lab personnel and students when needed.

• Minimum one (1) year experience in a hospital based clinical laboratory (will consider new grads with clinicals in a hospital and already certified)
• Ability to implement and perform clinical laboratory procedures according to proper standards and regulations.
• Must submit to a color-acuity screening test prior.

Schedule/ Shift: 6:00a - 2:30p

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)

• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)

• 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• Term Life Insurance Plan

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.