MLT/MT - Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist - Ely, MN

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MLT/MT - Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist

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No On-Call Required Enjoy Work/Life Balance
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Paid to employee over 6 months of employment)
Relocation Stipend Available

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.

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.

Wage

• Medical Lab Technician: $31 - $35 per hour. 
• Medical Technologist: $38 - $42 per hour.

Schedule

• Flexible full-time schedule, 32-40 hours per week. Team members participate in a rotating schedule that includes both day and afternoon shifts. Weekend shifts are scheduled on average every 3-4 weeks. Occasional night shift may be required to cover vacation requests.

Full-time 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

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

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

About EBCH

We're more than a healthcare provider, we're a close-knit team dedicated to caring for our neighbors and strengthening the community we call home. Guided by our mission to enhance the health and well-being of the community we serve, we take pride in delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home.

Our team embodies values of excellence, balance, compassion, and honor. We listen to our patients and each other, support personal and professional growth, and celebrate individuality. At EBCH, you'll find a workplace where you're valued, trusted, and empowered to make a difference every day — both inside and outside the hospital walls.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of passing a background study, fingerprinting, and reference check process. EBCH is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

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