Medical Laboratory Technician

Harney District Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). This position is often the solitary technician and must be comfortable working independently. This role is responsible for providing accurate and timely test results that will help providers determine patient care needs. The right candidate is a strong Generalist who is a willing and capable phlebotomist when needed. Due to the rural location of Harney District Hospital, our ideal candidate must possess a comprehensive range of laboratory knowledge and skills, and be able to adapt and learn new skills without hesitation. This position starts at $30.76 per hour and increases based on experience. If this challenging opportunity is what you are looking for, then apply today! Harney District Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Burns, Oregon, and our employees exemplify compassion, integrity, quality, safety and teamwork. Our patients are typically our family, friends and neighbors; and we strongly encourage an environment of collaboration. We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, choice of retirement plans, and generous paid time off. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: Broad knowledge of standard chemical, microscopic bacteriological and serological procedures, modern laboratory principles and techniques and their application in clinical analysis, and appropriate equipment procedures and maintenance. Completion of an Associates degree in medical laboratory and one (1) year experience, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES: Possession of current Medical Laboratory Technician certification with AMT or ASCP. In order to meet the requirements mandated by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988, Sec. 493.1423, documentation including diploma copy or official transcript of highest academic achievement must be provided at time of hire. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: Experience in a hospital laboratory. Harney District Hospital (HDH) is an at-will employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity and employs individuals without regard to any legally recognized protected class including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age and physical or mental disability or any other protected class under federal, state or local law. HDH will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities when it is necessary for the performance of the essential functions of a job. Should you need assistance in completing the application or at any other stage of the hiring process, or during employment, please notify us immediately. Your request and/or need for an accommodation will be kept confidential and only shared with individuals with a business need to know of the request. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.