Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT) – Part-Time

Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics | Guttenberg, Iowa

Employment Type: Part-Time

Your Skills. Our Community. A Meaningful Impact.

Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics (GMHC) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT) to join our Laboratory team on a part-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional who enjoys variety in their work, values teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful difference in a rural healthcare setting.

As a Critical Access Hospital, GMHC offers a collaborative environment where laboratory professionals play an essential role in supporting accurate diagnoses, timely treatment decisions, and high-quality patient care.

We welcome qualified candidates with either MLT or MT credentials!

What You'll Do

• Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens, including blood, urine, and other biological samples.

• Perform a variety of laboratory tests, including chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and other diagnostic testing within established procedures.

• Perform blood banking procedures in accordance with applicable standards.

• Conduct quality control and proficiency testing in compliance with CLIA guidelines.

• Analyze, verify, and communicate laboratory results accurately and efficiently.

• Prepare specimens for reference laboratory testing and transport.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analyzers.

• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.

• Follow established safety, infection control, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support excellent patient care.

What We're Looking For

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist program, or an applicable degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science meeting position qualification requirements.

• MLT or MT certification through a recognized credentialing organization such as ASCP, as applicable to the position.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures, medical terminology, and quality control standards.

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and patient safety.

• Previous healthcare or laboratory experience preferred but not required.

Why Join GMHC?

At GMHC, you'll be more than just another member of the laboratory team. Your skills and expertise will directly contribute to the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve.

Our close-knit, team-oriented environment offers the opportunity to perform a variety of laboratory procedures, develop professional relationships, and experience the personal satisfaction that comes with rural healthcare.

Whether you're an experienced laboratory professional or beginning your career, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

Ready to put your laboratory skills to work where they truly matter? Apply today and join the GMHC team!

Post-offer, fit-for-duty assessment required.