Medical Laboratory Scientist​/Medical Laboratory Technician

Door County Medical Center, an integrated hospital system serving the health care needs of the Door County region since 1943, offers a full range of services including clinic, inpatient, outpatient, and long term care. Key services and facilities include a cancer/radiation oncology treatment center, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and emergency/urgent care and clinic services.

Join a collaborative, high-impact lab team dedicated to delivering reliable, timely results that drive excellent patient care. As an MLS/MLT , you will independently perform clinical laboratory procedures in blood bank, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology . You’ll ensure analytic integrity through rigorous quality control , instrument maintenance , and troubleshooting , and you’ll communicate professionally with providers and colleagues to support efficient diagnosis and treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and verify patient testing across core laboratory disciplines; ensure accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and appropriate reference ranges.

• Conduct quality control, calibrations, and instrument maintenance; document activities per lab policy and accreditation standards.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic issues; escalate as needed.

• Accurately interpret, document, and report results in the LIS/EMR within established turnaround times.

• Maintain competency, adhere to CLIA/CAP/Joint Commission standards, and follow safety and infection prevention protocols.

• Serve as a resource for providers and team members; support training and precepting of new staff.

• Participate in continuous improvement, including standard work, process audits, and workflow optimization.

Education:

• Required: Associate’s degree as Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or equivalent per CLIA requirements.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree as Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or related field.

Certification:

• Preferred: ASCP certification (MLS or MLT).

• Required: Eligibility for certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency. If not currently certified, must obtain certification within 12 months of hire (ASCP or another nationally recognized certifying body).

Experience & Competencies:

• Prior clinical laboratory experience in core disciplines preferred (new graduates welcome).

• Proficiency with laboratory information systems and analyzers; strong attention to detail.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to patient safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Shift: Working 30-36 hours a week, primarily on the Night shift rotation, including weekends and holidays.

Shift differentials offered as a percentage of base rate: 10% for PM shift and 17% for night shift.

Relocation Assistance Available!