MLT/MT - Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist

Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital•Ely, MN

16d•$31 - $42

About The Position

Position Summary Laboratory Testing Personnel processes laboratory specimens, performs diagnostic laboratory tests and reports test results to provide data for the use in diagnosis and treatment, and prevention of disease by performing the essential duties and responsibilities. At Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital (EBCH), we believe in delivering exceptional care to every patient, every time, and that starts with supporting our team. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and a healthy work-life balance. Whether you’re providing direct patient care or supporting hospital operations, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence and professional growth.

Requirements

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent, required.
Associate Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school accredited by NAACLS, required.
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency for laboratory personnel (NCA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT), required.
Medical Technologist (MT) Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent, required.
Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited institution (NAACLS Certified) or Bachelor's degree with a major in biological or chemical sciences and completion of "approved laboratory experience" requirements for Medical Technologist certification as designated by the American Society of Clinical Pathologist, (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency for laboratory personnel (NCA) or American Medical Technologists (AMT), required.
Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency for laboratory personnel (NCA) or American Medical Technologists (AMT), required.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.
Six months of experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects blood samples observing principles of asepsis to obtain specimens.
Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
Documents all requests and results of lab work accurately and in a timely manner.
Performs tests that are authorized by the laboratory team leader that require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience and technical skills.
Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of test results.
Recognizes abnormalities and notifies appropriate health care provider or representative immediately.
Maintains records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, documents quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follows the laboratories established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's acceptable levels of performance.
Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies the supervisor.
Documents all corrective actions when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

Benefits

Generous paid vacation, sick and safe time, and several paid holidays!
Medical Insurance Plans through Blue Link with up to $4,000 annual HSA EBCH Contribution (based on plan enrollment)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance – Policy paid 100% by EBCH
403(b) Retirement Plan with EBCH Contribution
Health Care and Dependent Care FSA
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance – Policies paid 100% by EBCH
$75,000 Life and AD&D Insurance Plan - Policies paid 100% by EBCH
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance for you and your family at a low rate
On-site Employer Daycare with Employee Discounted Rates
Bucketlist Rewards & Employee Recognition Program
Employee Assistance Program
Benefits and eligibility may vary based on FTE status.
Daycare enrollment based on availability