Medical Laboratory Technician

bhs· BHS Baptist Healthcare System
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📍 Paducah, KYFull time

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Summary

Job Description:

Medical Laboratory Technician

Full time, 5:30pm-7:00am – 3 days a week with weekend rotations

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.

Benefits

  • Tuition Assistance reimbursement program

  • Paid Time Off available for use upon hire

  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Retirement plans with company match

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Medical Laboratory Technician position at bhs located?
This Medical Laboratory Technician role at bhs is based in Paducah, KY. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Medical Laboratory Technician role at bhs full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Medical Laboratory Technician role in the BHS Baptist Healthcare System department at bhs.
Which team or department does the Medical Laboratory Technician at bhs belong to?
This Medical Laboratory Technician position is part of the BHS Baptist Healthcare System department at bhs. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Medical Laboratory Technician job at bhs posted?
This Medical Laboratory Technician position at bhs was posted on Sep 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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