MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onShining Sea Bikeway, Saconesset Hills, West Falmouth, Falmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, 02540, United States
About the Role
This position is integral to the clinical operations at Falmouth Hospital, supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services. The role exists to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable laboratory testing that directly informs patient care decisions. Whether serving as an Associate Medical Technician or a Medical Technologist, you will be the backbone of the lab's daily workflow, bridging the gap between specimen collection and critical diagnostic reporting.
Day in the Life
Your day will be defined by a dynamic mix of technical precision and patient interaction. You will be responsible for performing a wide array of diagnostic tests across multiple disciplines, including blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, microscopy, and bacteriology. From drawing venous or capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients to packaging specimens and arranging delivery to reference laboratories, your attention to detail ensures the integrity of every sample.
Beyond testing, you will manage the full lifecycle of laboratory activity. This includes prioritizing urgent requests, calibrating and maintaining complex equipment, and ensuring the prompt transmittal of accurate results to physicians and nursing units. You will also handle the administrative side of diagnostics, ensuring proper reporting of charges and billing information while maintaining strict adherence to facility protocols, such as wearing identification badges at all times.
Our Culture
At Falmouth Hospital, service excellence is not just a goal but a commitment reflected in our CARES values: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service. You are expected to consistently provide courteous and professional interactions with patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and colleagues. This role requires a team member who takes ownership of their assigned areas, stays abreast of new developments in clinical laboratory procedures, and upholds the highest standards of care and safety.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Shining Sea Bikeway, Saconesset Hills, West Falmouth, Falmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, 02540, United States
Falmouth, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerforms diagnostic tests in blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, and bacteriology
- check_circleDraws venous or capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients
- check_circlePrioritizes test requests according to need and condition
- check_circleRecords and checks results of tests and ensures prompt transmittal to physicians
- check_circleEnsures proper reporting of charges and billing information for all services
- check_circlePrepares and sets up equipment for tests and assures proper calibration
- check_circlePerforms and records daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks of laboratory equipment
- check_circleCompletes periodic proficiency survey tests for unknown samples and required reports
- check_circlePackages specimens with pertinent information and arranges delivery to reference laboratories
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Requirements
- verifiedAssociate's degree in science and approved medical technician internship program
- verifiedASCP eligible
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory science, Medical Technology, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry and approved Medical Technology internship program
- verifiedASCP or equivalent certification required within six months of hire
- verifiedHEW certification acceptable
- verifiedComputer skills preferred
Nice to Have
Computer skills
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Computer Skills, Blood Bank, Hematology, Serology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Microscopy, Bacteriology, Venous Blood Draw, Capillary Blood Draw.
Education: Associate's degree in science required for MLT role; Bachelor's degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science required for MT role.
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A MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified at Cape Cod Healthcare is responsible for the following: Performs diagnostic tests in blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, and bacteriology; Draws venous or capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients; Prioritizes test requests according to need and condition; and Records and checks results of tests and ensures prompt transmittal to physicians.
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To qualify for the MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified at Cape Cod Healthcare position, applicants should have: Associate's degree in science and approved medical technician internship program; ASCP eligible; Bachelor's degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory science, Medical Technology, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry and approved Medical Technology internship program; ASCP or equivalent certification required within six months of hire; HEW certification acceptable; and Computer skills preferred.
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MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified at Cape Cod Healthcare is based in Shining Sea Bikeway, Saconesset Hills, West Falmouth, Falmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, 02540, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Cape Cod Healthcare has listed this MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified role as on-site.
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Key skills for MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified at Cape Cod Healthcare include Computer Skills; Blood Bank; Hematology; Serology; Chemistry; Coagulation; Microscopy; and Bacteriology.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree in science required for MLT role; and Bachelor's degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science required for MT role.
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MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) / MT (Medical Technologist) ASCP Certified at Cape Cod Healthcare is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Cape Cod Healthcare
Cape Cod Healthcare operates as a comprehensive healthcare organization based in Hyannis, MA, serving the residents and visitors of the Cape Cod region. The system includes two acute care hospitals, a Level III trauma center, seven urgent care centers, and a network of primary and specialty care facilities. Additional services encompass homecare and hospice through VNA, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, and an assisted living facility. The organization employs over 5,000 staff members alongside more than 600 physicians and 250 volunteers to deliver these essential services.
The healthcare provider offers a wide range of medical specialties, including imaging and radiology, heart and vascular care, surgical services, and orthopedics. By partnering with other health and human service providers and investing in new technologies, the organization maintains high standards in patient care. This approach ensures access to exceptional medical services across the community.
For over a century, the organization has focused on its mission to coordinate and deliver high-quality, accessible health services. This long-standing commitment aims to enhance the health of everyone in the Cape Cod area, regardless of whether they are permanent residents or temporary visitors. The entity continues to operate within the hospitals and health care industry with a dedication to community wellness and advanced medical support.
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