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Helen Newberry Joy Hospital Laboratory Technician/Technologist - MLT/MLS/MT in 502 West Harrie Street, Michigan
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.
Sign On Bonus Available!
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.