Medical Technologist

Lifepoint Health®; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Union position

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

UP Health System Marquette's Blood Bank in Marquette, MI seeks a Medical Technologist Lead to join our team. This MAST union position offers diverse shifts and opportunities to lead diagnostic testing and reporting under the Director of Laboratory Services.

The role emphasizes accuracy, critical thinking, and collaboration with clinical staff, while supporting staff development and maintaining quality standards in a dynamic blood bank environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and ASCP/AMT licensure preferred.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
• Valid driver license and BLS-HCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to assist physicians in diagnosing and monitoring disease states.
• Reports to the Director of Laboratory Services.
• Ensures quality and safety in a blood bank environment; adheres to surveillance and regulatory requirements.
• Supports staff development and maintains accurate documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

UP Health System Blood Bank- Marquette MI

• 8 FTE 32/hrs week, Varied Shifts

UP Health System Blood Bank- Marquette MI

Medical Technologist

• 8 FTE 32/hrs week, Varied Shifts

This is a MAST union position. This position has a $7,500 sign on bonus for eligible external candidates.

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System Marquette is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Technologist Lead joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

A Medical Technologist who excels in this role:

• Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to assist physicians in diagnosing and monitoring disease states.
• Reports to the Director of Laboratory Services.
• Essential Functions Additional Information
• Patient Populations Served: Does not directly treat or care for patients.
• Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.
• Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present.
• Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting, computer/data entry, and equipment handling; occasional standing, walking, and light lifting.
• Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short-and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What We're Looking For

• Minimum Education Bachelor's degree
• Medical Technologist licensure through ASCP or AMT preferred (licensure must reflect education requirements).
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Valid driver license
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP); ASCP or equivalent registry

More About UP Health System Marquette

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS - Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

Where We Are

In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

EEOC Statement

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

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.