Medical Laboratory Scientist - PRN

Overview

Come grow with us! Now hiring for our new location in Beloit, WI.

• Location:
  
  Beloit WI
• PRN

Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Experience a rewarding and fulfilling career with Mercyhealth. Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work. Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon:

• Employee engagement, empowerment and growth
• Teamwork toward our common goal - providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better
• An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades throughout the organization.

The role involves providing patient care through sample collection, processing, and conducting clinical laboratory procedures. The individual may also be required to work at other Mercy facilities and cover alternate shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. Additional duties and projects may be assigned as necessary.

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.
• Confirm accuracy of patient sample identification prior to performing analyses; evaluate specimen quality and identify when unacceptable. Document information concerning quality of specimen, impact of sub‑optimal specimens on test values. Initiate 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. Recognize subtle yet significant problems which occur with testing methodologies. Troubleshoot suspect test results using technical knowledge and experience. Implement corrective action when inaccurate, inappropriate findings/results/reports are identified.
• Perform 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.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues.
• Participate on interdepartmental committees or teams.
• Participate in teaching students and training new partners.
• Complete and sign off on competency checklists for techs.
• Develop updates and procedures as requested.
• Serve as a resource to inexperienced partners.
• Perform additional tasks such as scheduling, antibiograms, etc.
• Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency for new methods implemented.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

• Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
• Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; meets commitments; abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
• Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day‑to‑day work; gives and welcomes feedback; generates suggestions for improving work: embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
• Cost - Conserve organization resources; understand fiscal responsibility; work within approved budget; develop and implement cost saving measures; contribute to profits and revenue.

1. 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
• 2. 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.

• 1. MT/MLS Generalist Certification or Specialty Certification in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or…