Temporary Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Minimum:
Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field. Graduation from an accredited MLT program.

Preferred:
1-2 years of clinical laboratory experience preferred. Experience in student health or outpatient clinical settings. Proficiency in phlebotomy, specimen processing, CLIA-waived testing, and basic laboratory instrumentation

ASCP or AMT certification (preferred); eligibility required.

The primary purpose of this position is to support the clinical laboratory operations by performing a wide range of routine and moderately complex laboratory procedures, including specimen collection, processing, testing, and documentation. This role ensures the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of laboratory results through adherence to established protocols, quality control measures, and regulatory standards, including CLIA, OSHA, and institutional policies.

The position supports healthcare providers by delivering essential diagnostic data that contributes to patient assessment, treatment decisions, and continuity of care. Additionally, this role assists with maintaining laboratory equipment, inventory, and safety practices, while promoting a patient-centered environment through professional interaction, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA standards.

The primary function of the Student Health Center Laboratory is to provide timely, accurate, and reliable diagnostic laboratory services in support of the Student Health Center's mission to promote student health, wellness, and academic success. The laboratory supports clinical decision-making by performing routine and CLIA-waived testing, specimen collection, and processing while maintaining compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

The laboratory unit collaborates with healthcare providers and campus health partners to ensure efficient patient care, disease prevention, and public health response, while upholding confidentiality, professionalism, and continuous quality improvement within the healthcare delivery system

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.