Position & Client Overview:

This scenic small town located in central Maine is located in Piscataquis County, only 50 mins from Boston and 50 mins from Bangor ME. Enjoy a day of hiking, picnicking, and exploring at Sebec Lake or Peaks-Kenny State Park. The Piscataquis Valley Fair is an annual event and this town is also home to the famous Whoopie Pie Festival. Lots to do and enjoy in the area.

This is a travel position, MT/L (ASCP) or equivalent,13-week travel contract

Great 3 x 12 schedule – Day shift 6am – 6:00pm

Weekly Pay: $2,125

Working at this 25-bed critical access hospital offers the experience of being part of a close-knit healthcare community within a full-service, non-profit hospital. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, primary and specialty care, inpatient treatment, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. The hospital’s commitment to patient safety and satisfaction has earned both state and national recognition. As a community hospital, it blends high-quality medical care with a personal touch, making it an appealing workplace for those who value meaningful patient relationships and a collaborative environment.

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

 

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

 

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

 

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• One (1) year experience

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.