Med Lab Technician

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Status: 20 hours per week

Shift: Variable

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. Here, you¿ll have the opportunity to serve patients in a supportive environment, providing high-quality care while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living. Be part of a team that values collaboration, excellence, and making a meaningful impact on the health of our community.

Role Overview

As a Med Lab Technician, you¿ll play a vital role in delivering accurate and timely laboratory results that directly impact patient care. Working under the supervision of laboratory technologists and leaders, you¿ll perform essential procedures on blood and other body fluids, contributing to the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Your work ensures the smooth operation of our lab and supports the broader healthcare team in providing exceptional care.

What You Will Do

• Perform select procedures on blood and other body fluids using manual techniques or laboratory instruments.
• Utilize laboratory information systems to ensure accurate and efficient processing of specimens.
• Conduct phlebotomy as needed, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Follow defined protocols and work under the supervision of laboratory technologists and leaders.
• Contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of laboratory operations.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate Degree Program in Medical Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Science.
• Alternatively, successful completion of an Associates or Bachelors degree with at least 5 college courses from specified sciences (e.g., Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, etc.) or Completion of a military 50-60 week technician program and meets the minimum CLIA requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• MLT certification from a recognized national certifying agency (ASCP or NCA).