Primary Purpose of Position: The primary purpose of this position is to provide accurate clinical laboratory results useful in the detection, diagnosis, treatment and management of clinical conditions. Medical Laboratory Technicians are vital members of the Pitt County Health Department healthcare team and contribute significantly to the delivery of quality health care to the people of Pitt County.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: General knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to the area(s) of work. General knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and terminology. Some knowledge of the basic physiological processes being monitored and how the medical laboratory science is applied. Skill in the use of laboratory equipment and in the performance of procedures. Ability to make accurate observations and written reports of test results. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Minimum Education and Experience: Associate's degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution or completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course, and one year of medical laboratory experience; or high school or General Educational Development diploma and three years of medical laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid North Carolina driver's license, and proof of measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella immunity.