Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Automated Chemistry
The Medical Laboratory Technician - Automated Chemistry at Confidential Client Laboratories performs routine automated chemistry analyses and laboratory testing while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality control. This role involves data review, equipment maintenance, staff training, and accurate documentation within a regulated laboratory environment, contributing to advancing clinical research and healthcare outcomes.
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Job Summary
Perform routine automated chemistry analyses and laboratory testing while documenting results in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines. Support data review, quality investigations, equipment maintenance, staff training, and accurate transfer of results into the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
- Shift: Sunday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Employment type: Full-time
- Location: Valencia, CA
- Potential base pay range (annual): $42,700 - $89,000
What You’ll Be Doing
- Perform and document analytical procedures per standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Run automated chemistry assays and monitor analyzer performance.
- Review routine data to confirm procedures are progressing and results remain within acceptable tolerances.
- Identify unusual results or potential performance errors; document findings and escalate to senior laboratory personnel.
- Prepare analytical results for upload into the LIMS under guidance of senior staff.
- Prepare buffers/solutions and perform assigned calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Assist with quality investigations, deviations, procedural updates, and implementation of process changes.
- Train laboratory personnel in areas of demonstrated competency and support onboarding of new hires.
- Communicate promptly with cross-functional stakeholders and support laboratory safety, quality, continuing education, and 6S initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some CAP/CLIA sites may require a B.S. in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, or cytotechnology.
- Active Medical Laboratory Technician license valid in the State of California.
- Applicable certificates/credentials required by state or regulatory bodies, where applicable.
- Six months of experience in a regulated laboratory environment is preferred.
- Working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards, including Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Proficiency with automated chemistry systems and relevant laboratory techniques.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety, infection-control practices, standard precautions, and hazardous chemical handling.
- Proficiency with routine and selected non-routine laboratory calculations (means, standard deviations, QC metrics).
- Other equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be acceptable.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong attention to detail with a consistent focus on accuracy and data integrity.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining clear, accurate, and timely documentation.
- Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with laboratory personnel and cross-functional partners.
- Basic knowledge of assigned automated chemistry systems and technical procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to train and guide entry-level colleagues and support new-hire onboarding.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting.
- Close-eye work for computer tasks, typing, and reading small print.
- Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.
- Physical demands vary by assigned work area and duties.
Compensation & Benefits
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $42,700 - $89,000. Actual base pay offered may vary based on job-related qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience), location, and schedule. Depending on the position, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to health and welfare and other benefits.
Careertakes’ client offers integrated benefits programs and resources supporting employees’ physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social well-being.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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