Medical Lab Tech

About the role

AMI Expeditionary Healthcare LLC (AMI) is a novel, private, healthcare solutions company. AMI is physician-owned and led by an experienced and professional leadership team. AMI has medical, public health, operational, and logistical expertise throughout the company that has extensive experience caring for diverse populations in just about every environment – be it austere and/or expeditionary. AMI is a global healthcare support company providing solutions on five continents. AMI’s corporate character is based on adaptability, accountability, integrity, compassion, and collaboration. Its mission is to provide the highest quality medical and public health services worldwide and to bring flexible, adaptable, and scalable healthcare solutions to the clients and communities who need them most.

About The Project/Clinic

AMI will be supporting the Indian Health Service in Bemidji, MN, by providing medical staff to help deliver compassionate, high-quality healthcare to patients in the community.

Job Summary

This position performs laboratory testing on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease, including collecting and processing samples, conducting routine and specialized tests, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accuracy through quality control procedures. The role requires cultural competence, flexibility to work in remote settings with potential travel, and a commitment to safety, quality improvement, and professional standards.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Specimen Collection and Processing: Collect, prepare, and handle specimens accurately and efficiently for routine testing and referral.
• Laboratory Testing: Conduct routine and specialized laboratory tests in areas such as microbiology, hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and serology while ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Quality Control and Assurance: Perform and monitor quality control procedures, troubleshoot issues, and ensure adherence to laboratory standards.
• Instrument Maintenance: Conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshoot malfunctions, and coordinate external servicing of laboratory instruments as needed.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all laboratory procedures, safety protocols, infection control practices, and regulatory requirements, including blood-borne pathogen policies.
• Proficiency Testing and Improvement Programs: Participate in laboratory proficiency testing and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of test results, quality control data, and laboratory supply inventory.
• Patient Interaction: Provide respectful and professional service to patients across various age groups, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Must be able to successfully complete the AMI Credentialing Process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Education & Experience

• Certification: Valid ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience in a clinical laboratory setting, including specimen collection, accessioning, analysis, and reporting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS): Current BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross is required.

Additional Requirements

• Background check and character investigation as per the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Credentialing and fingerprinting required before starting.
• Ability to work in Remote Areas and travel, if necessary, with weather-related travel challenges expected at some locations.
• Proof of required immunizations and health clearances (including PPD/TB Gold, annual influenza vaccination, MMR, and Hepatitis B).
• Must be able to work in a safe manner following all safety rules and regulations.
• Must work as a team member to improve safety culture and quality.

EEO Statement

AMI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to participate in its employment practices. This practice is to ensure AMI maintains a diverse and robust workforce. Therefore, this statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA & ADAAA Statement

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA), AMI will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.

Background Check(s) Required

Yes

Background Check Statement

Disclaimer The candidate’s offer is contingent upon completing a criminal background investigation, reference, and credentialing (where applicable) check. These pre-employment checks may include fingerprint checks, local law enforcement agency checks, credit checks (for employment purposes only), and education and professional licensure checks. Additionally, the company may require security clearance and other U.S. Government checks depending on the specific contract the candidate may work.

E-Verify Statement

AMI uses E-Verify to check employment eligibility to work in the United States. Selected candidates will be requested to complete an I-9 form and provide relevant documentation of their identity and work eligibility.