Laboratory Technician IV

The Blackfeet Service Unit is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician IV to provide comprehensive laboratory services at Blackfeet Community Hospital in Browning, Montana. The technician will perform a variety of laboratory testing and specimen-processing procedures, maintain quality and accuracy of test results, and support physicians and other healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures and laboratory standards.
• Collect, receive, identify, process, and prepare patient specimens for testing.
• Perform testing in areas such as hematology, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, coagulation, and blood bank, as assigned.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed, including collection of blood specimens, blood cultures, and compatibility specimens.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Review and verify laboratory results for accuracy and completeness before reporting.
• Recognize abnormal, critical, or questionable results and follow appropriate procedures for notification and resolution.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, test logs, quality-control documentation, and patient results.
• Perform and document quality-control procedures in accordance with laboratory policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper specimen handling, labeling, storage, and disposal.
• Follow infection-control, safety, and laboratory protocols at all times.
• Assist with inventory management and ensure adequate supplies and reagents are available.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Communicate effectively with providers, nurses, laboratory staff, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Perform other laboratory duties as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.

Requirements:

• Appropriate Laboratory Technician/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) credentials and/or certification as required by the facility.
• Current credentials and eligibility to work in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated experience performing laboratory testing across multiple laboratory disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of specimen collection, processing, testing, quality control, and laboratory safety.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a hospital-based laboratory environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate patient results.
• Must successfully complete facility credentialing and onboarding requirements.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and available for 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week.

License and Certification:

• BLS (AHA)

• ASCP
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  Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to the possibility of working together and contributing to your professional journey.