MLS​/MLT

Overview

Are you ready to work where breathtaking mountain views meet exceptional care?

At Bitterroot Health, we combine the beauty of Montana's Bitterroot Valley with our commitment to high-quality, personalized healthcare.

As the largest employer in Ravalli County, Bitterroot Health is deeply woven into the fabric of the Bitterroot Valley, offering accessible care and building lasting relationships with our neighbors.

Nestled between the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains, our location offers not only rewarding careers but also a lifestyle enriched with outdoor adventures, from hiking to fishing, in one of Montana's most stunning regions.

Our Employee Connections & Wellness Team is dedicated to supporting our staff by providing resources and activities that promote occupational, physical, emotional, social, and inclusionary well-being. We believe that your happiness is key to success, which is why we also host regular employee gatherings to foster community and connection.

Grow with us! From tailored pathway training in nursing, laboratory, and surgical departments to scholarships and tuition reimbursement, we are invested in your success.

Join a team recognized for excellence! See for yourself HERE ! Named a 2025 top 20 in the nation Critical Access Hospital by the National Rural Health Association. Voted 'Bitterroot’s Best Employer' in 2022 and 2023, we were also honored as the #1 Employer of Choice for large companies in Montana in 2022.

Medical Laboratory Scientist opportunity in beautiful Hamilton, Montana!!

Bitterroot Health is seeking candidates for a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) position. The MLS works to analyze a variety of biological specimens and maintain the daily operations of a clinical laboratory. Responsible for performing and collecting scientific testing samples and reporting results to physicians. Areas of medical laboratory training may include microbiology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, transfusion medicine, toxicology, and molecular diagnostics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or Microbiology.
• Licensures, Certifications, Registrations: National and State Licensure in Medical Technology.
• Job Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Proficient in many applications of the computer system to include word documents and spread sheets.
• Experience: One year of professional laboratory experience in a formal laboratory setting.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Benefits: This position is eligible for the full benefit package