Medical Lab Technician Core Laboratory

Panama City, FL
Full Time
Entry Level

Location: Panama City, FL (Bay County)
Schedule Options:

  • Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Rotating Weekends)

  • Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Rotating Weekends)

Pay Range: $22.66 – $30.54/hr (experience-based tiers)
Shift Differentials: Evenings +$1.45/hr • Nights +$2.50/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case


Position Overview

Join a fast-paced, high-volume Core Lab as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) supporting critical diagnostics for Emergency, ICU, NICU/PICU, Oncology, Surgical, Cardiac, and Inpatient services. As a Generalist, you’ll rotate through key areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Immunology, with opportunities to support Microbiology and Blood Bank workflows as needed.

You will play a vital role in ensuring turnaround times, analyzer performance, and quality standards across the laboratory.

Reports to: Laboratory Manager/Supervisor


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate- and high-complexity testing in Chemistry, Hematology, UA, and Immunology.

  • Verify and release accurate results in alignment with turnaround-time expectations.

  • Flag and report critical values; communicate results to providers and nursing staff as required.

  • Maintain specimen integrity; assist with accessioning, labeling, processing, and limited phlebotomy.

  • Execute and document QC/QA, calibrations, proficiency testing, and corrective actions.

  • Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot analyzers; coordinate vendor support when needed.

  • Monitor supply levels and maintain clean, safe, CLIA/CAP-compliant work areas.

  • Support inspection readiness and quality improvement initiatives.


Qualifications

Required

  • Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license (active or in progress per state regulations).

  • High School diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.

  • Certification: MLT (ASCP), AMT, CPT, or equivalent.

  • Strong foundational knowledge of core laboratory workflows.

  • Authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred / Will Train

  • Hospital or reference lab experience preferred; will train based on experience.

  • Experience with multi-bench rotation and high-acuity, high-volume environments.


Compensation & Incentives

Base Pay Tiers:

  • Entry/1–2 years: $22.66–$25.72/hr

  • 5–6 years: Up to $26.74/hr

  • Senior/10+ years: $27.76–$30.54/hr

Shift Differentials:

  • Evenings: +$1.45/hr

  • Nights: +$2.50/hr

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation: Case-by-case


Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans

  • Behavioral health & telemedicine

  • 401(k) with 100% employer match (3–9% based on years of service)

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount)

  • PTO & paid leave programs

  • Disability coverage

  • Tuition assistance, student loan support, and certification reimbursement

  • Wellness programs, EAP, employee recognition initiatives
    (Eligibility varies by position and status)


Apply Today

If you are a dedicated Medical Lab Technician seeking a dynamic environment with strong growth potential, apply now to join a high-performing Core Lab team.


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