Clinical Technician

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Clinical Technician for an on-site, full-time role based in Jackson, MI. The position supports clinical teams by performing basic procedures, collecting specimens, and handling routine lab tasks while maintaining patient-centered communication in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, equipment preparation, infection control adherence, and collaboration with nurses, physicians, and staff to ensure safe, efficient care.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Laboratory skills including specimen collection, basic processing, and accurate labeling/documentation.
• Effective communication and customer service with patients, families, and care teams.
• Ability to follow clinical protocols, infection control procedures, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare professionals with basic clinical procedures.
• Collect and process specimens.
• Perform routine laboratory tasks.
• Document patient information accurately.
• Prepare examination rooms and manage supplies/equipment.
• Adhere to infection control and safety standards.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other team members to support high-quality care.

Skills

Medical terminology

Laboratory skills

Communication

Clinical protocols

Reliability/attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; healthcare training preferred

Job description

Company Description Henry Ford Health is a leading, integrated health system serving communities across Michigan and beyond, offering care that spans primary, preventive, specialty, and complex services. The organization operates 11 acute care hospitals, multiple behavioral health facilities, premier cancer care centers, and a state-of-the-art orthopedics and sports medicine facility, along with extensive primary care access. As one of the nation’s top academic medical centers and a leading NIH-funded institution in Michigan, Henry Ford Health conducts thousands of research projects annually and trains more than 4,000 medical students, residents, and fellows each year. With more than 50,000 team members across over 550 sites, the health system is among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers, focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Henry Ford Health emphasizes safety and integrity in its hiring practices, contacting applicants only through its human resources department and official corporate email addresses.Role Description The Clinical Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Jackson, MI, supporting clinical teams in delivering safe, efficient patient care. This role typically includes assisting healthcare professionals with basic clinical procedures, collecting and processing specimens, performing routine laboratory tasks, and accurately documenting patient information in accordance with established protocols. The Clinical Technician interacts directly with patients, providing clear communication, comfort, and orientation to procedures, while maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment. Additional responsibilities may include preparing examination rooms, managing supplies and equipment, following infection control and safety standards, and collaborating with nurses, physicians, and other team members to support high-quality care.Qualifications

• Strong understanding of medical terminology and foundational knowledge of medicine relevant to a clinical support role.
• Laboratory skills, including specimen collection, basic processing, and accurate labeling and documentation.
• Effective communication and customer service skills to interact respectfully with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Ability to follow clinical protocols, infection control procedures, and safety guidelines in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a clinical technician, medical assistant, or related healthcare training program preferred.
• Previous experience in a hospital, clinic, or laboratory setting is beneficial.
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, assist with patient positioning, and perform tasks that may require physical exertion.