Location: Panama City, FL (Bay County)
Schedule Options:
Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Rotating Weekends)
Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Rotating Weekends)
Pay Range: $22.66 – $30.54/hr (experience-based tiers)
Shift Differentials: Evenings +$1.45/hr • Nights +$2.50/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case
Join a fast-paced, high-volume Core Lab as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) supporting critical diagnostics for Emergency, ICU, NICU/PICU, Oncology, Surgical, Cardiac, and Inpatient services. As a Generalist, you’ll rotate through key areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Immunology, with opportunities to support Microbiology and Blood Bank workflows as needed.
You will play a vital role in ensuring turnaround times, analyzer performance, and quality standards across the laboratory.
Reports to: Laboratory Manager/Supervisor
Perform moderate- and high-complexity testing in Chemistry, Hematology, UA, and Immunology.
Verify and release accurate results in alignment with turnaround-time expectations.
Flag and report critical values; communicate results to providers and nursing staff as required.
Maintain specimen integrity; assist with accessioning, labeling, processing, and limited phlebotomy.
Execute and document QC/QA, calibrations, proficiency testing, and corrective actions.
Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot analyzers; coordinate vendor support when needed.
Monitor supply levels and maintain clean, safe, CLIA/CAP-compliant work areas.
Support inspection readiness and quality improvement initiatives.
Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license (active or in progress per state regulations).
High School diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred
Certification: MLT (ASCP), AMT, CPT, or equivalent.
Strong foundational knowledge of core laboratory workflows.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Hospital or reference lab experience preferred; will train based on experience.
Experience with multi-bench rotation and high-acuity, high-volume environments.
Base Pay Tiers:
Entry/1–2 years: $22.66–$25.72/hr
5–6 years: Up to $26.74/hr
Senior/10+ years: $27.76–$30.54/hr
Shift Differentials:
Evenings: +$1.45/hr
Nights: +$2.50/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation: Case-by-case
A comprehensive benefits package may include:
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Behavioral health & telemedicine
401(k) with 100% employer match (3–9% based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount)
PTO & paid leave programs
Disability coverage
Tuition assistance, student loan support, and certification reimbursement
Wellness programs, EAP, employee recognition initiatives
( Eligibility varies by position and status)
If you are a dedicated Medical Lab Technician seeking a dynamic environment with strong growth potential, apply now to join a high-performing Core Lab team.
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