Laboratory Technician/Technologist - MLT/MLS/MT

Serving Luce County and the surrounding area since 1965, Helen Newberry Joy Hospital is DNV Accredited, Critical Access Hospital. As one of the most technologically advanced, up-to-date diagnostic centers in the Eastern Upper Peninsula, we are able to provide a wide range of services. Our team places a high value on compassion, customer service, quality, respect, teamwork, and are dedicated to growing a healthier community.

Located in Newberry, MI, not only do we have numerous lakes and an abundance of wildlife and historical sites, but a number of recreational activities available throughout the year including: hiking, golfing, swimming, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, snowmobiling, skiing, and more. We offer the economic and social advantages of a rural lifestyle while providing an opportunity to contribute to improving the quality of life in our community.

Position: Laboratory Technician/Technologist MLT/MLS/MT

Job Status: Part time, Full time, and Weekend Shifts Available

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off

Accreditation: The Joint Commission, AABB

Skills and Duties:

• Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples according to laboratory policy
• Prioritizes work flow based on established policy and individual patient needs
• Performs Quality Control, maintains Quality Control records, and makes decisions about Quality Control acceptability according to laboratory policy
• Performs routine and unscheduled maintenance on all laboratory equipment as needed. Keeps maintenance records organized and up to date
• Interacts and manages operations of LIS. Oversees QC and daily operation
• Performs venipunctures, arterial punctures, capillary punctures, and collects other patient samples skillfully and discreetly
• Prepares specimens/requisitions/orders carefully for transfer to reference laboratory
• Maintains clean work area
• Reports results to physician or nurse within established time frame
• Informs laboratory manager of any problems occurring within the department, either solved or unsolved
• Performs proficiency testing within allotted time frame, according to established policy
• Provide adequate laboratory coverage, scheduled and unscheduled and after hours as needed
• Responsible for strict conformance with all applicable accreditation standards (e.g. Hospital, DNV, state, federal) health and safety rules, policies and procedures
• Attends department and Hospital meetings
• Participates in department and Hospital activities and in-services
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities
• Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and required certification/licenses

Qualifications:

• MLT or MLS/MT required
• Technician - Associates degree from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program, including successful completion of an internship OR CLIA approved equivalent. ASCP Certified
• Technologist - Bachelor's degree from an accredited Medical Technology program, including successful completion of an internship OR CLIA approved equivalent. ASCP Certified
• Experience or willingness to train in all areas of the lab. Microbiology, molecular, urinalysis, hematology, serology, chemistry/IA, blood bank, coagulation. Experience in phlebotomy preferred but not required
• BLS required

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.