Medical Laboratory Technician - First Connect

Job Description:

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Join our Laboratory team at Moab Regional Hospital!

You are responsible for providing accurate and timely test results that will help providers determine patient care needs, and are a strong generalist (preferably with microbiology reading experience) who is a willing and capable phlebotomist, when needed.

Due to the rural location of MRH, 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 will call on your ability to respond quickly and accurately in a wide variety of situations. Whether you are gathering samples, performing analysis, or delivering test results, you'll be regularly challenged to innovate and invent.

Starting pay range: *** ***/hour, DOE and certifications.This position is a non-exempt, full-time, benefitted position.Anticipated schedule patterns:Orientation to the position will be 0800-1630, Mondays-Fridays
Once trained, this person will slot into a graveyard shift opening with a consistent schedule of 7 days on/7 days off

A *** sign-on bonus is available for permanent, full-time hire, with a 2-year service agreement.

Minimum requirements:

• Current ASCP certification.
• Ability to read microbiology results independently preferred.
• Willing and able to perform venous and arterial blood collection.
• Prior experience with microbiology, hematology, chemistry, blood banking, coagulation, urinalysis, serology, and blood gases and ability to move between all areas easily within the same shift.
• A positive contributor to interpersonal interactions within the laboratory and MRH.
• Willingness to modify schedule to help accommodate time off requests.
• Emotionally mature and able to maintain same in stressful or STAT situations.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills (oral, written, and listening).
• Must possess high levels of self-motivation and management.
• Able to lift/move up to 15 lbs. without assistance and lift/move weights beyond 15 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to work in a confidential manner.
• Reliable and timely with work schedule.
• Flexible and willing to accept other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Why Should You Join the Team at Moab Regional Hospital?

We have an amazing team here at Moab Regional Hospital, with a skilled group of healthcare providers and physicians from a wide range of specialties who are committed to the greater Moab community.

Caring for our People: Every healthcare professional that works here at MRH in both a clinical and non-clinical setting cares about our patients because these are our friends, neighbors, and our family.

Employee Satisfaction: Moab Regional Hospital strives to balance care for the community with care for its employees and offers a supportive work environment, competitive total compensation packages, and the flexibility to enjoy what makes this desert region one of the most unique and special places to live.

We offer:

• Wide range of benefits, including:Medical Insurance
  Mental health coverage for entire family
  Retirement 403b
  Paid time off
  
• Collaborative and supportive workplace
• Professional growth opportunities including continuing education, trainings, and more!

Spectacular Location: Welcome to Moab, Utah, where Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are just a part of the breathtaking red rock landscapes that surround this charming town. Nestled at the base of the LaSal Mountains and along the banks of the Colorado River, small-town friendliness coupled with unparalleled natural beauty make this a great place to call home. Thanks to its perfect climate, Moab offers year round recreation opportunities, and is renowned for mountain biking, rock climbing, jeeping, hiking and river activities. There are an array of restaurants, microbreweries, art galleries and special events that create a vibrant community to live in.

Moab Regional Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace, and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Moab Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Moab Regional Hospital makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Position Urgency:
Normal

Shifts:
Anticipated schedule patterns:Orientation to the position will be 0800-1630, Mondays-Fridays
Once trained, this person will slot into a graveyard shift opening with a consistent schedule of 7 days on/7 days off

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Specialty Type:
Level 4 Trauma Level 4 Trauma
Blue Scrubs preferred
Recognized Holidays:
NYD, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day, Christmas Day - Work week defined as Sunday Morning 12:01 am through Saturday night 11:59 pm

Sub Specialty:
Medical Laboratory Technician

General Certifications:, Laboratory Certifications(ASCP)

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
1