Medical Laboratory Technican

## Medical Laboratory Technican Apply:
Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital - Freeport, IL:
Part time:
Posted Today:
OVERVIEW Responsible for collecting patient specimens and performing accurate laboratory testing across specialties such as hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank, and microbiology using automated and manual methods. Ensures timely and accurate reporting of results, performs quality control and instrument maintenance, troubleshoots testing issues, and supports the training of new team members and students.

Schedule:

Part-Time

Shift: Evening/Second Shift
** 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

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