Medical Lab Tech ASCP
Listed on 2026-02-01
-
Healthcare
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Clinical Research
Meritus Medical Laboratory
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA
Make a Meaningful Impact—One Test at a Time
Are you a detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician who takes pride in accuracy, quality, and patient care? Join our laboratory team and play a vital role in delivering reliable diagnostic results that directly support patient outcomes.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your technical expertise and critical thinking skills truly matter. You’ll perform moderate- and high-complexity testing while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
What You’ll Do- Perform authorized moderate and high complexity laboratory testing in accordance with CLIA standards
- Follow established procedures for specimen handling, testing, analysis, and result reporting
- Maintain accurate documentation for patient results, quality control, calibrations, and maintenance
- Monitor test systems to ensure acceptable performance and take corrective action when needed
- Identify, troubleshoot, and elevate issues that may impact test accuracy or reporting
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and consistently produce high-quality, reliable work
- Communicate effectively with laboratory leadership and team members
- Work independently with minimal supervision while using sound judgment and decision-making
- Adhere to all laboratory safety protocols and promote a culture of safety and accountability
- Certification: ASCP (or equivalent) required
- Education: Degree appropriate for moderate/high complexity testing per CLIA regulations
- Experience: Laboratory experience preferred; strong technical competence expected
- Proven ability to work accurately, efficiently, and independently
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
Physical Requirements
- Frequent concentration and sustained attention to detail
- Regular exposure to blood, body fluids, and laboratory chemicals
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform fine hand/eye coordination tasks
- Standing, bending, and movement throughout the shift as needed
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).