MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST / MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN

Aspirus, Inc; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

PTO from day one

Retirement match

Wellness program

Job summary

Aspirus Iron River Hospital and Clinics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist to perform chemical, hematological testing and culture work in a busy clinical lab. The role includes QA activities, equipment maintenance and acting as an educator or shift lead as needed.

Eligible MT/MLT/MLS or CS certification within one year of hire is required, with a Bachelor's or Associate degree in Medical Technology or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Board of Registry Certification eligibility for MT/MLT/MLS or CS within one year of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or an associate degree, or equivalent.
• Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and hematological testing on patient samples.
• Conduct microbiology culture work and QA activities for tests.
• Maintain equipment and records, act as educator/shift lead/researcher as needed.

Skills

Certification eligibility

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Clinical laboratory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or associate in Medical Technology

Job description

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

In our LABORATORY department, as the MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN or MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST you conduct laboratory testing on patient specimens including: chemical and hematological testing of blood or body fluids, and microbiological cultures of various body sites. You demonstrate the ability to maintain equipment and records, and to perform quality assurance activities related to test performance. You also function as an educator, shift leader or researcher within the clinical laboratory as needed.

• MT, MLT or MLS will be considered for this role.

Experience/Qualifications

• Board of Registry Certification as MT or MLT (ASCP, AMT, AD) or CS (NCA) eligible; must receive certification within one year of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Associate degree, or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a clinical laboratory preferred.
• Meticulous attention to detail with elevated critical thinking skills
• Understanding and tactful with patients, visitors, and co-workers, even under stress.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available for all positions.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

The Process

With 300+ employees, Aspirus Iron River Hospital and Clinics serves people through a 25-bed hospital, physician clinics, dialysis center, rehab fitness centers, ambulance service, and home care and hospice. The outpatient part of this practice is located in a stand-alone clinic. This allows the provider to work independently yet have the specialist support and financial security from the entire Aspirus health care system. The critical access hospital has an average daily census of 9-10 patients.

The hospital and clinics provide numerous services and has up to date technology, including a 64 slice CT and a mobile MRI. The medical staff includes family practitioners, internal medicine, general surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, radiologist, emergency medicine physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants. Visiting medical staff includes ophthalmologist, oncologist, cardiologist, ENT, podiatrist, and nephrologist.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.