Clinical Laboratory Technician

The employer is hiring for a Clinical Laboratory Technician. The hours are PRN and as needed for coverage on call weekends and vacation. POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Clinical Laboratory Technician is responsible for accurate collection, handling, processing, and analysis of patient specimens. This role supports diagnostic testing by ensuring quality laboratory practices, maintaining equipment, and assisting the Laboratory Manager as needed. The technician adheres to all regulatory, safety, and quality standards to ensure optimal patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Performs laboratory procedures in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. - Conducts testing with a high level of accuracy and minimal supervision. - Collects patient specimens, including venous, capillary, and arterial samples, using proper techniques to minimize patient discomfort. - Processes and prepares specimens for testing and ensures proper handling and distribution. - Completes proficiency testing in accordance with regulatory requirements and treats all samples consistent with patient specimens. - Performs routine quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment; documents all activities per established protocols. - Accurately completes test orders, documentation, and reporting in a timely manner. - Participates in on-call rotation as scheduled. - Identifies and reports discrepancies, errors, or concerns to the Laboratory Manager promptly. - Assists in reviewing proficiency testing results and identifying opportunities for improvement. - Supports the development, implementation, and revision of laboratory procedures and policies. - Assists with inventory management and supply ordering as authorized. - Adheres to all safety, infection control, and organizational policies and procedures. - Maintains required continuing education and licensure in accordance with Montana state regulations. - Participates in required training and completes assigned learning modules (e.g., Relias0in a timely manner. The employee will demonstrate the ability to: manage time, maintain a safe and clean environment, practice confidentiality, treat all persons with respect and professional courtesy, accept change, support the mission and vision of Rosebud Health Care Center (RHCC), accept and provide constructive feedback, be a team player, and adhere to the infection control, fire and safety, disaster and hazardous waste policies. The employee must also demonstrate the competencies for the position and adhere to policies and procedures for their department. A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in accordance with regulatory, legal, and organizational policies and procedures. Education, Experience and Licensure/Certification Requirements: Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Training and Qualifications: 1. Must be qualified for Montana State Licensure under CLIA 88 2. Must by ASCP certified, or equivalent. 3. Must be licensed as a CLS in the State of Montana Please apply online at https://www.rosebudhcc.org/