Job Description

Saint Mary’s Regional Health System

Location: 1808 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Acute, PRN

PRN| As Needed

Your experience matters

Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join our dedicated Laboratory Services team and play a key role in delivering accurate, reliable diagnostic results that support exceptional patient care. This role involves frequent computer work, instrument handling, and occasional light lifting. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and laboratory hazards is part of the daily environment. While you won’t provide direct patient care, you’ll handle sensitive health information and play a vital behind‑the‑scenes role in patient outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine laboratory testing across multiple lab sections with precision and efficiency
• Maintain and troubleshoot instruments to ensure smooth daily operations
• Complete quality control procedures to uphold regulatory and accuracy standards
• Manage lab supplies and equipment
• Participate in ongoing education and performance improvement initiatives
• Support a safe, compliant work environment with regular attendance and teamwork

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Science (required)
• Certification: MLT certification through ASCP or AMT (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, technical skill, and commitment to quality
• Ability to work safely with biological and chemical materials

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement:

Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.