General Laboratory, Medical Technologist, Day Shift

Position & Client Overview:

One of our clients located in the beautiful rural state of Montana is looking for a Medical Technologist/Technician to rotate in the general laboratory on the day shift. This position does not require weekends or call.

This small clinic and hospital is located close to Havre, the eighth-largest city in Montana and is a rural agricultural community. It offers a year-round retreat for nature lovers, recreation enthusiasts and history buffs. Besides recreation, Havre is also rich in cultural attractions ranging from concerts, live theater, museums, shops, galleries, numerous sporting activities and events.

Use your time off to check out some of the many things to do during all four seasons in Montana. Check out downhill and cross-country skiing, ice climbing, and dog sledding. Consider taking a sleigh ride through Montanas winter wonderland or book a snowcoach tour through Yellowstone National Park to stay warm while spotting wildlife at a relaxed pace. If the outdoors isnt your speed, meander through the art galleries, museums and historic sites taking in the western and Native American culture. When its warm, visit water parks, take in an outdoor concert, or check out one of Montanas relaxing spas.

Salary: $50,000 - 80,000

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• Two (2) years experience

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND