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.
Who We Are
The Military & Health Research Foundation is a non-profit foundation that serves as an effective communication between innovative researchers and grants/funding sources with a focus on delivering effective solutions for identified medical capability gaps. The MHRF fosters collaborative efforts through partnerships between industry, academia, and diverse military entities. We do this by focusing on institutional strengths, the delivery of real solutions and the unique capabilities of research teams that are committed to pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and medical technology.
Serving the Nation’s Finest
The Military & Health Research Foundation was founded to ensure that American military men and women receive the best health care possible, both in the field and at home, based on the latest military health research.
Our Goal
The Military & Health Research Foundation is a non-profit foundation that serves as an effective communication between innovative researchers and grants/funding sources with a focus on delivering effective solutions for identified medical capability gaps. The MHRF fosters collaborative efforts through partnerships between industry, academia, and diverse military entities. We do this by focusing on institutional strengths, the delivery of real solutions and the unique capabilities of research teams that are committed to pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and medical technology.
MHRF supports the needs and goals of research teams from their early research efforts through the prototyping phase through the scale up to manufacturing including addressing the regulatory pathway of each technology. This complete technology lifecycle approach starts by building a product development pathway, applying end user feedback, identifying expert prototype/manufacturing, quality and regulatory guidance and ultimately connecting to industry commercialization partners.
What We Do
MHRF provides enterprise, program, and project level research administration and solutions. We can provide staffing, equipment, supplies, end user testing, FDA submissions and clinical trial support, and any other necessary resources in a fast, efficient and compliant manner.
MHRF supports military medicine by maximizing access to timely research and novel innovations that can improve the health and welfare of our soldiers and the readiness of their medical support and personnel. We do this by building new relationships with industry researchers and facilities. The research and development pipeline and the technologies that result are managed and supported through agile practices and management, rapid prototyping and lean startup principles to ultimately reach commercialization. MHRF serves as the hub between the researchers, funding agencies, end users, regulatory agencies and manufacturing partners to keep the lines of communication open with a clear focus on milestones and deliverables.
MHRF continually builds relationships and diligently works side-by-side with our government and private partners to ensure the innovations of today become the technologies of tomorrow, focused on preserving the lives of America’s warfighter and improving their quality of care.
A team you will love. The ability to make a difference.
Are you interested in a fulfilling career in a positive environment doing the truly meaningful work of protecting the health and welfare of our armed forces personnel and their families? Join the Military & Health Research Foundation team of dedicated professionals. We offer a competitive compensation package tailored to the needs of our employees. We also promote from within whenever possible.