Medical Laboratory Technician

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mercy healthFreeport (IL)

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians Medical Laboratories

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$24.60 - $36.91

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About the role

OVERVIEW: The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician performs and analyzes laboratory testing in areas such as hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, and microbiology to ensure accurate and timely patient results. This role also performs quality control, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment, collects specimens, and assists with training new partners and students.

SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week SHIFT: Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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. Perform lab tests 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. 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, minor troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory instrumentation. Participates in method and instrument evaluation and implementation. Participates in teaching and training of new partners and students. Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency for new methods implemented. Collect patient specimens. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Associate degree in medical laboratory science or military equivalent or must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard: Testing personnel qualifications. CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE MLT certification within one year of hire or meets CLIA 493.1489 Standard: Testing personnel qualifications on or before April 24, 1995

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: N/A LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Some independent judgment is required, but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures. SUPERVISES This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PAY RANGE: $24.60 - $36.91 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

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