Medical Lab Technician (MLT)

Lifepoint Health®; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Escanaba, MI is looking for a Laboratory Technician to perform tests, maintain quality control, and ensure accurate documentation. Candidates must have an Associate degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science, along with a High School diploma. Responsibilities include conducting routine tests, maintaining supplies, and collecting specimens, contributing to a positive work environment, and adhering to compliance standards. This role offers a PRN schedule of 1-2 days per week with no weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science is required.
• License Eligible post Associate's Diploma.
• Must be enrolled in Associates Clinical Lab Science program or be eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform common testing procedures and report test results.
• Maintain supplies needed for the performance of tests.
• Perform quality control procedures outlined by manufacturer or departmental procedures.
• Collect biological specimens and forward them to the appropriate laboratory.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Technical Procedure Accuracy

Specimen Collection

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

High School Diploma

Job description

Location: Dr's Park, Escanaba, MI

Schedule: PRN Varied Shift (1-2 days per week). No weekends, no holidays.

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System Marquette, part of Lifepoint Health, is dedicated to making communities healthier®.

How You'll Contribute

• Performs common testing procedures and reports test results.
• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintains supplies needed for performance of tests.
• Follows established policies and procedures, objectives, safety standards, and sensitivity to confidential information.
• Willing and able to demonstrate appropriate core competencies annually or as requested.
• Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.
• Maintains records of procedures performed, patient results, and quality control required for all procedures performed.
• Performs quality control procedures outlined by manufacturer or departmental procedure for each procedure or piece of equipment.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed.
• Ensures all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken.
• Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.
• Performs quality assurance studies as assigned.
• Collects biological specimens.
• Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.
• Provides instruction to students/new employees with regard to procedures and departmental policies.
• Contributes to a positive work climate and to the overall team approach to the laboratory.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Performs CLIA waived and moderate complexity tests at a maximum. Does NOT perform high complexity testing.
• Supports the culture of service excellence throughout the organization.
• Actively seeks ways to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and participates in professional development opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Completes annual educational requirements.
• Understands and adheres to Bell's compliance standards as they appear in Bell's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.

What We're Looking For

• Associate degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science (required).
• High School Diploma (required).
• License Eligible post Associate's Diploma.
• Must be enrolled in Associates Clinical Lab Science program or be eligible.
• MLT Certified through ASCP or AMT (preferred or eligible).

EEOC Statement

UP Health System Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.