Med Lab Technician
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Henry Ford Health
Jackson, MI, US
Summary
Perform essential laboratory procedures on blood and body fluids using manual techniques and instruments to support patient diagnosis. Utilize laboratory information systems for accurate specimen processing and conduct phlebotomy as required.
Job Description
Company Description
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
Status: 20 hours per week
Shift: Variable
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. Here, you¿ll have the opportunity to serve patients in a supportive environment, providing high-quality care while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living. Be part of a team that values collaboration, excellence, and making a meaningful impact on the health of our community.
Role Overview
As a Med Lab Technician, you¿ll play a vital role in delivering accurate and timely laboratory results that directly impact patient care. Working under the supervision of laboratory technologists and leaders, you¿ll perform essential procedures on blood and other body fluids, contributing to the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Your work ensures the smooth operation of our lab and supports the broader healthcare team in providing exceptional care.
What You Will Do
- Perform select procedures on blood and other body fluids using manual techniques or laboratory instruments.
- Utilize laboratory information systems to ensure accurate and efficient processing of specimens.
- Conduct phlebotomy as needed, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Follow defined protocols and work under the supervision of laboratory technologists and leaders.
- Contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of laboratory operations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an Associate Degree Program in Medical Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Science.
- Alternatively, successful completion of an Associates or Bachelors degree with at least 5 college courses from specified sciences (e.g., Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, etc.) or Completion of a military 50-60 week technician program and meets the minimum CLIA requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- MLT certification from a recognized national certifying agency (ASCP or NCA).
*Job seekers: please be aware of fraudulent job postings and phishing scams via LinkedIn. Henry Ford Health only contacts applicants through our human resources department and via a corporate email address. Here are some tips to be aware of: http://ow.ly/Kc0o50EKory
Serving communities across Michigan and beyond, Henry Ford Health is committed to partnering with patients & members along their entire health journey. Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care, to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care & other healthcare retail. It is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, recognized for clinical excellence in cancer care, cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and sports medicine, and multi-organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH-funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in thousands of research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of health professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 medical students, residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 50,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. President and CEO Bob Riney leads the health system and serves a growing number of customers across more than 550 sites across Michigan. That includes: 13 acute care hospitals; 3 behavioral health facilities including two world-class addiction treatment centers; a state-of-the-art orthopedics and sports medicine facility; multiple cancer care destinations including the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion, Henry Ford Health’s premier location in Detroit; & more options than ever for primary care for patients and families across the region.
Founded
1915
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Detroit, MI
*Job seekers: please be aware of fraudulent job postings and phishing scams via LinkedIn. Henry Ford Health only contacts applicants through our human resources department and via a corporate email address. Here are some tips to be aware of: http://ow.ly/Kc0o50EKory
Serving communities across Michigan and beyond, Henry Ford Health is committed to partnering with patients & members along their entire health journey. Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care, to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care & other healthcare retail. It is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, recognized for clinical excellence in cancer care, cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and sports medicine, and multi-organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH-funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in thousands of research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of health professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 medical students, residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 50,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. President and CEO Bob Riney leads the health system and serves a growing number of customers across more than 550 sites across Michigan. That includes: 13 acute care hospitals; 3 behavioral health facilities including two world-class addiction treatment centers; a state-of-the-art orthopedics and sports medicine facility; multiple cancer care destinations including the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion, Henry Ford Health’s premier location in Detroit; & more options than ever for primary care for patients and families across the region.
Founded
1915
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Detroit, MI
