1st Shift Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) -- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Lighthouse Lab Services has partnered with the wonderful regional hospital in gorgeous Eastern Oregon looking for a talented 1st Shift Medica l Laboratory Technician to join our client's team.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs moderate complexity testing on patient specimens according to local, state and federal regulations as well as hospital policies and procedures approved by the Laboratory Director.

ABOUT BURNS, OREGON

Burns, Oregon combines affordability, natural beauty, and small-town charm. With a cost of living well below state and national averages it offers accessible, comfortable living. Surrounded by Steens Mountain, the High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway, and Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, it is a haven for hiking, birdwatching, and camping. Residents enjoy peace, quiet, and some of the nation’s best stargazing, along with a strong sense of heritage celebrated through fairs, rodeos, Native American Conferences, and birding festivals. In Burns, affordability meets adventure and community spirit, making it a standout place to live and work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accessibility

• May answer off-work phone calls to resolve time-sensitive issues.

Competency Assessment

• Successfully complete initial training as well as 6 month and annual competencies.

Specimen Collection and Processing

• Perform phlebotomy on all ages.
• Properly label, handle, preserve or fixate, process or prepare, transport and store specimens.

Instrument Maintenance

• Ensure maintenance is performed on the instruments and equipment at the scheduled intervals as recommended by the manufacturer and as required by CLIA regulations.
• Call Technical Support or escalate issues to Laboratory Manager as needed.

Calibration/Quality Control

• Ensure calibration and quality controls are performed as recommended by the manufacturer and as required by CLIA regulations prior to testing patient specimens.

Patient Testing

• Perform testing on patient specimens and verify results within Turn-Around-Time (TAT) limits.
• Call standby Technician to perform high complexity testing.

Proficiency Testing

• Participate in survey samples on a rotational basis along with the rest of the laboratory staff.
• Follow proficiency testing program instructions to test samples.
• Treat survey samples in the same manner as patient specimens while following CLIA guidelines.

Supply Management

• Restock supplies, mark new shipments appropriately and maintain inventory organization.
• Apprise designated Technician or Laboratory Manager of supplies in low stock.

Quality Assurance

• Follow-up on issues found during pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phases
• Suggest process improvements to enhance quality patient care and reduce waste.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and committees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Good interpersonal skills working with department team, patients and other hospital staff.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.
• Maintain work areas in a clean, orderly, and secure manner.
• Model and assure excellent customer service standards and hospital core values.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Adaptive to change
• Pursues continuous learning
• Accepts constructive criticism

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Current certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) is preferred but not required.

FUTURE REQUIREMENTS OF ROLE

• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician or Technologist/Scientist (e.g. AMT, ASCP) preferred or the candidate will have certification within 3 years of being hired*:

*Minimum qualifications for certification may include completion of a science degree and a medical laboratory technology program.

SALARY, SCHEDULE, BENEFITS

• 1st shift Rotating 7on/7off 12 hour shifts (shift differentials for weekend hours)
• $33.81-$47.69 (depending on experience)
• Full comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD, 401A w/ Match, PTO, Tuition reimbursement, and NHCS, a loan repayment program for qualified personnel.
• Generous Sign on bonus of $10,000
• Relocation assistance is available as needed

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 22 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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