Medical Laboratory Assistant (052424.2) FULL TIME

Medical Laboratory Assistant opportunity in beautiful Hamilton, Montana!!

Bitterroot Health is seeking candidates for a Medical Laboratory Assistant position.  The Medical Laboratory Assistant performs a variety of laboratory duties including venipuncture and waived to moderately complex laboratory testing procedures. As appropriate based on state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsible for assisting with answering phones, processing samples and performing order entry duties. Collects any additional patient information needed and ensures that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Provides coverage for all shifts needed.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Required:

• • Education:  High school diploma or GED equivalent and:
    • Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) education,
    • MLA experience
    • Current Tier II Certified Phlebotomist with experience
    • MLA Certification
    • Equivalent degree required
  • Job Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, additional languages preferred.  Proficient computer skills.

Preferred:

• • Enrolled in a Phlebotomy program or Education equivalent to challenge the Phlebotomy Certification.
  • Licensures, Certifications, Registrations: Phlebotomy certificate by an approved professional association, such as ASCP, NCCT, or CPT-CCI.  Or a Medical Assistant certificate with the National Health Career Association (NHA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
  • Equivalent Experience: One year experience as a Phlebotomist preferred.

Schedule:  Full-time, 40 hours/week
Benefits:  This position is eligible for the full-time benefit package