Medical Lab Technician Jobs in Kentucky

A Medical Lab Technician (MLT) plays a critical role in the med tech industry, performing a wide range of tasks crucial for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Their primary responsibilities include preparing samples for analysis, performing microscopic examination of tissues, cells and other specimens, conducting chemical analyses of body fluids, blood typing, carrying out complex protein and nucleic acid tests on patient samples, and maintaining sophisticated laboratory equipment. MLTs are also instrumental in the analysis and interpretation of results, and they work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver the best patient care.

Important skills for a successful MLT include attention to detail, manual dexterity, technical skills, and the ability to work under pressure. They should also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as good communication abilities. In terms of certification, individuals typically require an associate degree in medical technology or a related field. However, many employers prefer candidates with professional certification from organizations such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Prior to becoming an MLT, a person may have roles as a Phlebotomist, a Laboratory Assistant or a Medical Assistant. These roles provide the foundational knowledge and practical experience required to progress to an MLT position.

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Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Videos Help Duties Prepares specimens for analysis use processing techniques such as centrifugation, aliquoting, storage and packaging (considering stability factors), Evaluates the suitability of the...

Mls/MT/Mlt

  • Stanford, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Stanford, KY
  • 2 days ago

Moderate noise level due to centrifuges and other instrumentation. Light to moderate moving of supplies. Works with toxic, caustic, and flammable chemicals and reagents....

Travel Medical Laboratory Technologist MLT

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

bank inventories....

Medical Lab Tech

  • Williamstown, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Williamstown, KY
  • 3 days ago

Job Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 36 Job Summary: This position performs medical diagnostic testing and specimen processing in the Clinical Laboratory....

Medical Lab Technician

  • Maysville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Maysville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Meadowview Regional Medical Center FT | Three 12's with rotating weekends | 1p-1a, 6p-6a | Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not...

Medical Lab Tech

  • Ashland, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 4 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by performing required duties and...

Lab Technician - Medical Lab Technician

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago

Location: Greenview Regional Hospital KY - 1801 Ashley Circle Bowling Green, KY 42104 ID: 932953 Job Board: EV IND_2 **ReqID:** 932953 **Category:** Lab Technician **Specialty:** Medical Lab Technician...

Mlt (PRN)

  • Hartford, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, KY
  • 6 days ago

Provides orientation of testing personnel responsible for specimen processing, test performance, reporting of test result and for instrument maintenance and calibration of test systems at defined intervals...

Histotechnologist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

processing, tissue quality & staining....

Medical Lab Tech on call

  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary The Medical Lab Technician / UKHC will be responsible for assisting in the pre-analytical support for a fast-paced academic medical center....

Medical Lab Technician

  • Murray, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 9 days ago

Village Medical is currently recruiting a Medical Lab Technician to help us transform the way primary care is delivered and how patients are served....

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Histology Tech in Louisville, KY. We'll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams. Whether you want a job...

Medical Lab Tech or Medical Technologist

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: Medical Lab Tech or Medical Technologist - Laboratory Full-Time 6a - 4:30p Tuesday - Friday Job Description: The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for accurate...

Med Lab Tech

  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago

bank inventories....

Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Technician WOW, Lab - Chemistry, Weekends

  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities **This is a WOW (Work on Weekends) position. Schedules for WOW employees include every weekend (Nights - Friday & Saturday, Days - Saturday & Sunday). Employees in designated WOW...

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Salary for Medical Lab Technician Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Technicians in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.1%
Associate's Degree
23.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.9%
Master's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
9.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Lab Technicians in Kentucky
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%


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