Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Laboratory Scientist

Mercyhealth•Rockford, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MLT/MLS - Sign On Bonus Location; Javon Bea Hospital Hours: 40 Shift: Nights - 7 on 7 off, 1930-0700 $10,000 Sign on Bonus eligible Shift differential for qualifying shifts (PM shift 15% of base pay, up to $4.50 per hour / Night shift 20% of base pay, up to $6.00/hour) We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and paid time off. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning Education and Experience Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications. OR Associates degree in Medical Technology AND MLT certification Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications. Certification and Licensure MT/MLS Generalist Certification or Specialty Certification in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology required within 12 months of hire. OR MLT Certification and 5 years of experience. In this Generalist position, you will be performing and analyzing waived, moderate, and high complexity laboratory tests as defined by CLIA in Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, and Blood Bank. Automated as well as Manual Methods will be utilized as defined by Mercy’s Polices & Procedures. This position requires strong critical thinking, intra and interdepartmental communication, problem solving, and a strong attention to detail.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology
Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.
Associates degree in Medical Technology AND MLT certification
Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.
MT/MLS Generalist Certification or Specialty Certification in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology required within 12 months of hire.
MLT Certification and 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Utilize the Information System to receive patients, order and collect samples, result tests, answer questions from nurses and physicians, document quality control activities and produce reports required to perform job tasks.
Confirms accuracy of patient sample identification prior to performing analyses; evaluates specimen quality and identifies when unacceptable. Documents information concerning quality of specimen, impact of sub-optimal specimens on test values. Initiates recollection procedure as indicated.
Perform waived, moderate and high complexity lab tests as defined by CLIA in the lab specialties of hematology, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank or microbiology by automated and manual methods according to defined policies and procedures.
Analyze test results prior to release of information to chart for validity and accuracy. Recognizes subtle yet significant problems which occur with testing methodologies. Troubleshoots suspect test results using technical knowledge and experience. Implements corrective action when inaccurate, inappropriate findings/results/reports are identified.
Performs high complexity tests such as bone marrow, sperm morphology, etc.
Assure that designated turnaround times for results are met and that critical results are appropriately reported and documented.
Perform quality control and proficiency testing procedures as defined by policy.
Interpret and troubleshoot quality control results to ensure accurate and precise test results.
Perform preventative maintenance, advanced troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory instrumentation.
Participate in method and instrument evaluation and implementation.
Investigates/resolves technical issues.
Participates on interdepartmental committees or teams.
Participates in teaching students and training new partners.
Completes and signs off on competency checklists for techs.
Develops updates and procedures as requested.
Serves as a resource to inexperienced partners.
Performs additional tasks such as scheduling, antibiograms, etc.
Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency for new methods implemented.