Overview
Military & Health Research Foundation (MHRF) is seeking experienced Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) candidates to provide high-quality laboratory support at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC), Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM).
The HCW provides laboratory support by receiving, reviewing, accessioning, processing, and preparing patient specimens for laboratory testing. The ideal candidate will be dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced military medical environment while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and patient confidentiality.
This position requires a healthcare professional who can meet all applicable government qualification, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements while working under a personal services arrangement.
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities
· Receive, inspect, label, accession, and process specimens from Madigan and other DHA laboratories.
· Enter specimens and laboratory requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and MHS Genesis.
· Verify specimen integrity, collection timing, labeling, containers, and suitability for testing.
· Prepare and distribute specimens to the appropriate laboratory sections or for transport/mail-out.
· Process blood, urine, and other biological fluids in accordance with established procedures.
· Prepare biological waste for proper disposal.
· Provide general support to Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) and Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLSs), including communicating specimen requirements with clinical departments.
· Perform venipuncture on service members when required during aircraft incidents.
· Greet patients, determine eligibility and testing priority, and verify laboratory orders.
· Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), PPE requirements, and Joint Commission standards.
· Perform all duties in a safe, timely, professional, and quality-focused manner.
Minimum Requirements
· US Citizen
· Degree/Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; AND Graduate from a medical laboratory technician training program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or educational program acceptable to the American Medical Technologist (AMT).
· BLS
· Phlebotomy Certification
· Certificate
· Experience: A minimum of one (1) year qualifying experience in the past two years as a Medical Laboratory Technician
Years of Professional Experience:
1 year in the last 2years as a Medical Technologist
Professional Certifications:
Certificate, and BLS, Phlebotomy Certification
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent; AND Graduate from a medical laboratory technician training program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or educational program acceptable to the American Medical Technologist (AMT).
Additional Information:
· Must pass TB Test
· Subject to a background/security investigation
· Willingness to comply with DHA vaccination requirements.
· Pre-employment drug screening
· US Citizen
· Contract workers shall maintain good personal hygiene and present a well-groomed and professional appearance IAW the policy at the place of performance.
The Military & Health Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation dedicated to discovering and transitioning lasting solutions for troops on the battlefield and across civilian healthcare settings. Since 2011, our goal is to ensure that dynamic life-saving technologies with advances in healthcare are readily accessible when the need arises.
MHRF is an EEO Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.