Lab MT or MLT (ASCP or NCA certified)

United Hospital District

  • Blue Earth, MN
  • $24.83-47.56 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Job Description:United Hospital District is looking for a .9 (72 hrs/pp) Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). This position is for a generalist who will be responsible for sample collection and processing and performing various tests on patient samples in the following areas of the lab: Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Microbiology, and Blood bank. The MLS/MT/MLT will follow standard operating procedures to ensure laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met. They will need to be able to collaborate with other departments and serve as a laboratory resource to other professionals/departments.Essential Functions:
  • Accurately performs and reports waived, moderate and high-complexity tests.
  • Maintains in-depth knowledge of all laboratory procedures performed.
  • Performs preventative and corrective maintenance on Laboratory analyzers and instruments.
  • Interprets results for accuracy, completion, and correlation with physiological condition; correct any problems or refer to manager or Lab Director.
  • Recognizes and reports abnormal results, report critical values to appropriate nurse or provider within specified time frame, refer implausible results to manager or Lab Director.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of reagent stability and storage.
  • Performs venipuncture, fingerstick, or heelstick on patients by choosing appropriate site and device, with the ability to assess and react effectively to the unique needs of each patient.
  • Performs EKG's on patients.
  • Evaluates the acceptability of specimens within appropriate guidelines and ensure that unacceptable specimens are rejected and recollected within appropriate time frames.
  • Sets work priorities to accommodate stat, critical, and routine testing, with the ability to perform Lab testing on several patients simultaneously.
  • Performs QC and calibrations as assigned and take appropriate remedial action on waived, moderate, and high-complexity Lab tests, notifying the manager of any discrepancies.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent, plus graduation from an accredited school with a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent OR
  • Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician school.
  • Certification by ASCP or equivalent.
Schedule:This is a .9 position, 8 hour shifts, 72 hours per pay period. Rotating day shift hours, every 4th weekend/holiday.We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. This position includes a $7500 signing bonus. Bonus paid incrementally upon successful completion of six-month, 12-month and 24-month work anniversaries. Come join the caring and committed team at UHD!Job Posted by ApplicantPro

United Hospital District