Microbiology Medical Technologist - Medical Laboratory Technician (MLS/MLT)

Advocate Health•West Allis, WI

5d•$31 - $46

About The Position

Performs laboratory testing of biological specimens in an acute setting using manual or automated techniques. Uses independent judgment and cognitive skills to report timely and accurate laboratory results. Performs specialty testing in microbiology and other laboratory areas, and provides support to critical care departments during high-acuity patient events. This is a part-time position scheduled Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., every third weekend, and two holidays per year, for 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or a related field.
Medical Technologist (MT) certification from ASCP, or obtain Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification from ASCP BOC within one year, or obtain Medical Technologist (MT) certification from AMT within one year.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include assignment at an alternate site.

Responsibilities

Perform, evaluate, and monitor laboratory tests within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.
Monitor workflow and adjust work as needed to complete testing within appropriate time frames.
Evaluate results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness; follow policy for reporting and notification of results.
Perform and document calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment; identify malfunctions and implement appropriate corrections.
Perform, document, and review quality control and quality assurance activities, taking corrective action when indicated.
Verify specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing; collect specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to protocol.
Provide direction, training, competency review, and technical assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.
Assist with developing education and training protocols and instruct students, residents, and new team members as assigned.
Help improve the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes, and ensure compliance with accrediting agency standards and CAP regulatory requirements.
Perform internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
Perform specialty testing in transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry; support disease-specific accreditations and turnaround-time goals.
Provide timely laboratory results and direct support to critical care departments, including the ED, ICU, and OR, during high-acuity events. This may include transfusion services, attending codes, testing irretrievable samples, tissue grinding and gram stains, and mass casualty or mass transfusion procedures.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, where applicable.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
Career development programs.