MLT PRN (Shift Variable)

Southern Illinois Healthcare

87d • $23 - $35

About The Position

Responsible for collecting, processing, and testing patient specimens for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Requirements

• Associate degree in applied science in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• MLT (ASCP) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine waived, moderately, and high complex testing.
• Collect, process, and receive specimens (including blood, urine, fecal, body fluid) to be analyzed in all departments of the clinical laboratory.
• Evaluate and solve problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens of analysis of all age ranges.
• Prepare samples for testing and send out to reference laboratories.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and stock supplies.
• Perform complex laboratory procedures; recognize deviation from expected results; analyze and correct problems using scientific principles under indirect supervision per CLIA requirements.
• Analyze quality control data, make judgments concerning results and take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision under indirect supervision per CLIA requirements.
• Assist in troubleshooting and instrument maintenance.
• Participate in training programs.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving instrument failures.
• Participate in comparison studies and validation of new equipment.
• Ensure proper quality control measures are in place.

Benefits

• Opportunities to develop and grow professionally.
• Environment of excellence in patient care.
• Experiential learning opportunities for students.
• SIH Scholarship Program for tuition, lab fees, books, and educational supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree