Lab Technician - Full-Time

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to work in our Community Health Center in southeastern Utah. Our clinic is a dynamic place to work, practice, and grow. We have four primary care health centers and deliver integrated services including behavioral health, pharmacy, dental, specialty referrals, chronic disease management, health education, and much more. UNHS will be hiring one full‑time position. The position offers full‑time employment with benefits including health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, dental insurance, vacation leave, PTO hours, holiday pay, wellness benefits, short‑term and long‑term disability. Location: Blanding, Utah. Critical Tasks Work and communicate with all staff associated with the laboratory—physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nursing staff, and other reference laboratory staff—to ensure that all patient lab work is received and results are communicated effectively. Obtain lab specimens according to UNHS protocol, ensuring correct samples and quantity are collected while using proper PPE and asepsis. Conduct quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis of body fluids such as blood and urine under the supervision of a UNHS medical technologist, including performing daily quality control and cleaning guidelines to ensure equipment functions properly. Complete appropriate routing, handling, processing, and documentation of various lab specimens to ensure that all lab requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner. Perform proficiency testing as required to maintain COLA/CLIA licensure. Key Performance Indicators Work with all providers, nurses, and lab staff in an effective and courteous manner. Obtain lab specimens as ordered and in the correct container, ensuring they are handled and cared for to guarantee accurate results. Complete all quality control items within the UNHS lab to ensure equipment is functioning properly and report any issues to the Lab Lead. Ensure laboratory specimens are collected and sent per reference laboratory requirements, including handling of frozen, light‑sensitive, and refrigerated specimens. Complete all assigned proficiency and competencies in a timely manner. Report any non‑functioning items to the Lab Lead. Metrics Assessment of overall work and communication with all UNHS staff will be completed on an ongoing basis; any reports of work or communication errors will be followed up by the Clinical Manager. All lab specimens collected or received at reference laboratories are monitored to ensure they are received correctly; errors will be reported by fellow staff and reference laboratory personnel. All testing results are linked back into the UNHS EMR (Athena) and lab interface systems (Harvest and Copia); these results will be reviewed monthly by the UNHS lab director to ensure compliance. Review of lab orders, results, and requisitions will be performed on an ongoing basis to ensure proper completion. Proficiency test results that are abnormal will be reviewed by the UNHS Laboratory Director/Technical Consultant and appropriate actions will be taken. Requirements High school diploma required. Preferred: Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Medical Lab Technology. Preferred: Two years’ experience as a lab technician. Knowledge of electronic medical records and lab interface systems is a must. License/Certification: Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must successfully pass a criminal background check. Must obtain and maintain First Aid/CRP certification. Must receive annual influenza vaccine inoculation. Must receive or have received all CDC‑recommended vaccines for healthcare workers. Immunizations / Vaccinations Required MMR (measles, mumps, rubella): documentation of two MMR vaccines or MMR titers. Complete Hepatitis B vaccine series (3 doses) with documented proof of titers indicating immunity, or a declination signed upon arrival. Proof of up‑to‑date PPD skin testing, if previously negative, or proof of positive PPD skin test with recent chest X‑ray and treatment history. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis). Varicella titers or a history of varicella or varicella immunization series. Influenza vaccine for the current year. COVID‑19 vaccine. Any other vaccinations as requested. UNHS is an NPEA and EEO compliant employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Digital Online A/S