Laboratory Technician I or II
About The Position
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 I or II Job Status: Full Time; 10:30am - 7:00pm Pay Rate: Lab Technician I $30.29 - $37.83 Lab Technician II $32.35 - $40.41
Requirements
- 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.
- BLS required
Nice To Haves
- Experience in phlebotomy preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
