Location: Panama City, FL (Bay County)
Schedule: Full-Time • Days 7:00 AM–7:30 PM • Rotating Weekends
Pay Range: $28.65 – $36.95/hr (experience-based tiers)
Shift Differentials: Evenings +$2.00/hr • Nights +$3.00/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case
Join a busy, high-performing Core Laboratory within a 230+ bed acute care hospital. As a Medical Technologist (Generalist), you will perform complex testing across multiple benches and play an essential role in supporting diagnostics for the ED, ICU, NICU/PICU, Surgery, Oncology, and Inpatient Services
This role is ideal for MTs who thrive in a high-volume clinical environment, enjoy cross-training, and value accuracy, quality, and operational excellence.
Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank/Transfusion, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, and Microbiology.
Verify results and release reports in accordance with lab policies and turnaround-time expectations.
Conduct and document QC/QA, proficiency testing, calibrations, and corrective actions in compliance with CLIA/CAP standards.
Troubleshoot analyzers, coordinate vendor service calls, and support downtime processes.
Prioritize STAT/urgent specimens and maintain sample integrity throughout workflow.
Assist with specimen receiving, processing, and occasional phlebotomy/accessioning as needed.
Precept/orient new hires or students; assist with competencies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance; support readiness for inspections.
Active Florida Medical Technologist license (or eligibility/application in progress per state requirements).
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field.
National certification: MT/MLS (ASCP or equivalent) required at start date.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Prior MT experience preferred; new grads with strong clinical rotations welcome.
Experience or comfort with high-acuity, high-volume laboratory environments.
Ability to cross-train across multiple benches.
Base Pay:
$28.65–$29.89/hr (1–2 years)
$31.12–$32.36/hr (5–6 years)
$33.59–$36.95/hr (10+ years)
Differentials:
Evenings: +$2.00/hr
Nights: +$3.00/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation: Case-by-case
A comprehensive benefits package may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Behavioral health & telemedicine services
401(k) with 100% employer match (3–9% based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount)
PTO & paid leaves
Tuition assistance, student loan support & certification reimbursement
Wellness programs, EAP & employee recognition programs
( Benefits may vary by role and employment status.)
If you are a dedicated Medical Technologist looking to grow in a collaborative, high-acuity hospital environment, apply now to join a mission-driven Core Lab team.
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