Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Harney District Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join our close-knit laboratory team in beautiful Burns, Oregon. This is an opportunity to play an essential role in patient care while working in a setting where your skills truly make a difference.

As an MLT at Harney District Hospital, you'll work as a Generalist across a broad range of laboratory services, providing accurate and timely results that help our providers make critical decisions about patient care. Because we are a rural hospital, our laboratory professionals have the opportunity to use a wide range of skills, take ownership of their work, and continually expand their knowledge. Our ideal candidate is adaptable, dependable, and comfortable stepping in where needed-including phlebotomy.

Why Join Harney District Hospital?

Harney District Hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving the Burns community and surrounding Harney County. In a rural hospital, the work you do has a direct and lasting impact. Our patients are often our family members, friends, and neighbors, creating a strong sense of purpose and connection within our team.

If you enjoy being a well-rounded laboratory professional, value teamwork, and want your work to have a meaningful impact on your community, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate will have:

• Broad knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures and techniques, including chemical, microscopic, bacteriological, and serological testing

• Knowledge of modern laboratory principles, equipment, and quality practices

• The ability to perform and maintain laboratory equipment and follow appropriate procedures

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, timely results

• The ability and willingness to perform phlebotomy when needed

• A flexible, team-oriented approach and the ability to adapt in a rural healthcare environment

• A willingness to learn new procedures and develop additional skills as laboratory needs evolve

• Previous hospital laboratory experience is preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and one (1) year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the position

• Current Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification through AMT or ASCP

• Documentation of highest academic achievement, including a diploma or official transcript, must be provided at the time of hire to meet requirements under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA), Section 493.1423

What We Offer

Harney District Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both at work and outside of work, including:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Choice of retirement plans

• Generous paid time off

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit rural community

Come be part of a team where your work matters, your skills are valued, and you can make a difference every day.

Harney County Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

In accordance with Oregon law, the pay range for this position is included in this posting.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request throughout the application and hiring process.

Final candidates may be required to pass a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.