University Hospitals Urgent Care – Advancing Quality Care with Precision

Are you a detail-oriented lab professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join University Hospitals Urgent Care's mission to deliver uncompromising care—one patient at a time. As a Laboratory Technologist (MLT), you’ll play a critical role in performing high-complexity testing, ensuring lab accuracy, and maintaining compliance—all while being a trusted member of our clinical support team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

LIFE-Work Balance & Flexible Schedule: Full-time (3-day/12-hour shifts, 8 AM – 8 PM or 7 AM - 7 PM) – No overnight shifts, so you can prioritize both your career and personal life!
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Pet Insurance & more
Paid Time Off & Holidays: Recharge and take care of yourself
401K with Company Match: Plan for your future
Professional Growth: Certification reimbursement, leadership opportunities & professional development
Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness Initiatives

What You’ll Do

Perform a broad range of lab testing without direct supervision, including RT-qPCR procedures and high-complexity testing
Receive, accession, and process biological specimens; solve specimen collection and processing issues
Execute and document quality control procedures and corrective actions per lab protocols
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment as needed
Verify and report accurate results in a timely manner using EMR and instrument software systems
Comply with OSHA, CLIA, COLA, and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and accuracy
Manage reagent and consumable inventory to ensure uninterrupted testing while minimizing waste and controlling costs.
Participate in proficiency testing programs and regulatory readiness activities.
Assist in training and demonstrating laboratory procedures and safe equipment operation to new team members.
Participate in professional development, training, and competency activities as required by laboratory expansion or new technologies.
Support laboratory operations by working overtime when needed, including flexibility to meet operational demands.

What You Bring to the Role

Meets CLIA, CMS, and COLA requirements for high-complexity testing:
Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology; OR
Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology; OR
Equivalent education/training including:
- 60 semester hours including 24 hours in science/MLT coursework
- At least 3 months documented lab training in each tested specialty
Candidates with advanced degrees (Master’s or PhD) will not be considered
Knowledge of molecular laboratory techniques; RT-qPCR experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Effective communicator and collaborative team member
Comfortable working 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
Able to lift up to 25 pounds

Join University Hospitals Urgent Care and become part of a growing team redefining accessible healthcare. Bring your expertise to a collaborative, patient-focused environment where your precision powers better outcomes every day.

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