Student MLT-MT (FT)

Title: Student Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Department: Laboratory

Status: Full Time- 40 hr., Variable Shift.

Hours: Hours may be adjusted in response to workload demands. Low census may be utilized in accordance with hospital policy.

Job summary:

The Student Medical Laboratory Technician (SMLT) functions under the direction of the Director of Laboratory and the Laboratory Medical Director, and/or the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Technologist to: Perform multiple automated and manual tests, assess specimens for correct handling and quality, perform and evaluate quality control, perform periodic maintenance and assist in calibration of instruments, communicate information to healthcare providers, perform clinical laboratory testing in multiple areas of the laboratory in a proficient, knowledgeable manner following routine laboratory standards/practices and hospital policies and procedures, for which he/she has been prepared and had supervised experience in the MLT Program and orientation program.

Qualifications/Position Requirements:

1. 1. Currently enrolled in an accredited MLT program.
   2. Successful completion of clinical rotations through respective laboratory areas (chem, heme, blood bank, etc.).
   3. BLS-Healthcare Provider Certification required within 3 months of hire, if do not hold current card.
   4. Demonstrates ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families, physicians and all other support hospital & external personnel
   5. Able to prioritize and plan work activities, using time efficiently.
   6. Ability to identify and resolve task related problems in a timely manner; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
   7. Demonstrates ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to request for service and assistance.
   8. Demonstrates ability to focus on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
   9. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
   10. Able to write clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information (English Language).
   11. Ability to exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
   12. Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Respectful and considerate of others regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Send Resumes/Applications to: Carrie Krampits, Director of Human Resources
Date Posted: January 7, 2025.

Internal Applicants due: two days from posting date.

External Applicants due: seven days from posting date

Application for Employment

Applications and resumes are accepted at any time. Please fill out our application for employment form online or download the application.

Submit by Mail:

McKenzie Health System

120 Delaware Street

Sandusky, MI 48471

Submit by Fax: 810-648-0585

Submit by Email: ckrampits@mckenziehealth.org

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