Baptist Health
MT/MLT
1 Trillium Way, Corbin, KY
Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Summary
Job Description:
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Full-Time | 3rd Shift Multiple Positions
BHCOR-Laboratory I Corbin, KY
Hiring Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist
Clinical Laboratory Services provides an array of timely and accurate diagnostic testing and other services to Baptist Health Corbin’s patients, and to other patients and organizations in support of the facilities mission, vision and strategic priorities.
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) independently performs laboratory testing, interprets and validates results, and ensures accuracy in accordance with established procedures and regulatory standards. This role supports quality patient care through technical expertise, problem solving, and collaboration with healthcare providers and laboratory staff.
Responsibilities
- Performs laboratory testing on blood and body fluid specimens, including specimen collection, processing, analysis, and result reporting.
- Ensure accurate, timely testing and maintain quality control, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
- Monitors specimen integrity, identifies testing issues, and follows corrective action procedures when needed.
- Maintains compliance with safety, infection control, confidentiality, PPE, and regulatory requirements.
- Manages laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment to support efficient operations.
- Communicates test results and critical values effectively with physicians, nurses, providers, and other healthcare staff.
- Participates in quality assurance, proficiency testing, performance improvement, and laboratory quality programs.
- Assists with training, competency validation, continuing education, and collaboration to support patient care and departmental goals.
- Supports emergency preparedness, life safety initiatives, and adherence to hospital policies and accreditation standards.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related science required.
- No prior experience is required.
- Two years of college coursework in biology and chemistry plus completion of an accredited Medical Technology or related science program may substitute for the degree requirement when eligible for certification.
- Certification as MLT (AMT), MLS (ASCP), CLT (NCA), or equivalent required; certification must be obtained within one year of hire if not already held.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match