Medical Technologist

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Medical Technologist (Medical Laboratory Scientist) to join a clinical laboratory team in Richlands, Virginia. This opportunity is ideal for a laboratory professional with a strong educational foundation in Medical Laboratory Science and hands-on experience in an acute-care laboratory environment.

The Medical Technologist will perform clinical laboratory testing, analyze patient specimens, verify laboratory results, and contribute to accurate and timely diagnostic services. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, and other healthcare professionals, this individual will play an essential role in supporting clinical decision-making, maintaining laboratory quality standards, and ensuring reliable patient care.

This position offers an opportunity to apply technical laboratory expertise in a healthcare setting where accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail directly contribute to patient outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree with a major in Medical Laboratory Science
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in an acute-care laboratory setting
• Strong understanding of clinical laboratory testing procedures, specimen processing, and laboratory quality standards
• Ability to perform laboratory analyses accurately and interpret results within established clinical protocols
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, infection prevention, and quality control practices
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain accurate laboratory documentation and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in an acute-care laboratory setting
• Previous experience working in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
• Experience performing testing in multiple laboratory disciplines, including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, or blood banking
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic documentation
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory regulatory standards and quality assurance practices
• Strong ability to prioritize testing demands while maintaining accuracy and turnaround times

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a Medical Technologist with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science and at least one year of hands-on experience in an acute-care laboratory environment.

They should demonstrate strong technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to perform diagnostic testing accurately while maintaining established laboratory safety and quality standards.

Candidates with two or more years of acute-care laboratory experience will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity. Additional experience across multiple clinical laboratory disciplines, including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood banking, would be advantageous.

The strongest applicants will be dependable, analytical, and comfortable working in a clinical environment where accurate laboratory results are essential to timely diagnosis and effective patient treatment.

Compensation

$58,000 – $79,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's medical laboratory experience, additional technical expertise, acute-care laboratory background, specialized qualifications, and overall alignment with the position.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

At Tap Healthcare Solutions, we recognize that Medical Technologists are essential to the diagnostic process. Their precision, technical knowledge, and commitment to laboratory quality help physicians and healthcare teams make informed decisions that directly affect patient care.

This opportunity in Richlands, Virginia, offers a qualified Medical Laboratory Science professional the chance to apply their education and clinical laboratory experience while continuing to strengthen their technical skills in an acute-care environment.

Our team will support you throughout the hiring process with clear communication, personalized attention, and a candidate-focused approach. We'll help ensure this opportunity aligns with your laboratory experience, educational qualifications, compensation expectations, and long-term career goals, helping you pursue a position where your technical expertise is valued and your contributions make a meaningful difference.