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Patient First

Walk-in urgent and primary care provider

Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Technician

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVirginia Beach, VA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Employee must be at least 18 years old.
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
  • Minimum typing experience.
  • Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and meet one of the following: at least 60 semester hours of college with related coursework including chemistry, biology, and medical laboratory techniques; an associate or bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology; one year of documented technician training in a formal program appropriate for the testing performed; or a 50-week military Medical Laboratory Procedures course and prior service in the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist, with written training documentation.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of Medical Technology principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform a broad range of testing.
  • Must have knowledge of mathematical and statistical methods sufficient to calculate and convert analytical data to test results.
  • Must be able to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during high-volume periods of 100 or more patients per day.
  • Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of related disciplines to integrate and correlate test results with other laboratory data and clinical information.
  • Understanding of laboratory science and its application in correlating laboratory results with patient symptoms and diagnoses.
  • Proficiency in venipuncture, fingerstick collections, and drug screen collections.
  • Annual CPR certification is required.
  • Must be able to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, possibly 4–7 hours at a time.
  • Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items weighing 20–50 pounds.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide quality and rapid laboratory results using knowledge of laboratory analyses, proper procedures, work equipment, and safety procedures.
  • Follow laboratory procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of test results.
  • Adhere to laboratory quality-control policies and document quality-control activities and instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
  • Order laboratory, X-ray, and medical supplies in the medical record system for patients under written or direct verbal orders from a physician.
  • Assist physicians, extenders, and nurses with patient treatment and care, including locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patient problems, and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment.
  • Handle physician, extender, and nurse requests respectfully and in a timely manner.
  • Follow established corrective-action policies and procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels, and document those actions.
  • Identify and troubleshoot issues that may adversely affect test performance or reporting, correcting the problem or notifying the Lab Supervisor, Lab Consultant, or Director of Laboratory Services.
  • Understand all position checklists and perform the duties listed on them.
  • Use correct medical terminology.
  • Keep informed of new policies and procedures.
  • Implement established policies and procedures as directed.
  • Sterilize and set up instruments, stock the laboratory and treatment area, and handle laundry.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the treatment area and other areas of the center as needed.
  • Attend mandatory training and continuing-education classes, including CPR and code-drill classes.
  • Attend staff meetings as directed.
  • Work at any center as needed due to staffing, a center emergency, or a reduction of work.
  • Be available to assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
  • Use the medical record system to process patients, order and report laboratory tests, handle medical records, and address hardware or software problems.
  • Work with fellow employees and externs during on-the-job training.
  • Complete all checklist duties within the assigned shift, recognizing that the time required for duties may vary.
  • Operate, maintain, and use medical and office equipment as trained.
  • Participate in maintenance assignments when necessary and as directed.
  • Complete other duties as directed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Two years of clinical laboratory testing experience is preferred.

About the Company

Patient First

Walk-in urgent and primary care provider

Patient First operates walk-in urgent care and primary care centers in the Mid-Atlantic, open every day from 8 am to 8 pm. Patients visit without appointments; clinicians assess symptoms, provide treatment or referrals, and arrange follow-up as needed for quick, convenient care. The company differentiates itself through a patient-first culture, strong employee recognition, and active community involvement that emphasizes accessible health education. Its goal is to provide reliable, convenient healthcare by keeping centers open with consistent hours and a focus on patient experience.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Glen Allen, Missouri
Founded
1981

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