Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Technician (MLS, MT, MLT)

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform laboratory testing and ensure quality control. This role offers a competitive salary and sign-on bonuses based on experience. Join a team that values collaboration and community support, with flexible benefits for your future.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policies

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required.
• Current state license as a Medical Technologist required within six months.
• Ability to work at various locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor laboratory testing of patient specimens.
• Confirm, interpret, and report patient results accurately.
• Ensure quality control and instrument maintenance.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Description

NorDx

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 34758

Summary

This position is eligible for a hiring bonus! Well qualified candidates with less than 2 years of experience are eligible to receive a $7,500 sign-on bonus, while candidates with more than 2 years of experience are eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus. This bonus will be prorated for Part-Time or Per Diem positions. Relocation assistance and temporary housing are available if needed. Please note, this bonus is not available to current MaineHealth employees or employees who have been separated for less than 6 months.

The Medical Technologist role is responsible for independently performing and monitoring laboratory testing of patient specimens. The role involves confirming, interpreting, correlating, and reporting normal and abnormal patient results, recognizing technical, instrumental, and physiological problems, and initiating resolutions. The technologist is responsible for ensuring accuracy, quality control, and instrument maintenance.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science required.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state license as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Categorical Technologist (e.g., C, H, MB, BB, M) by a recognized professional organization (e.g., ASCP, AMT) required within six months of start date.
3. Experience: N/A
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: May be asked to work at other sites/locations as needed.
5. Additional Skills/Requirements: N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with healthcare professionals who truly value the people around them—both within the organization and in the surrounding communities.

We offer benefits that support your current needs and provide flexibility for the future, including paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training and education, and well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in our care team and creating an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver top-quality care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Aarin D. Miles at [e-mail]