Certified Lab Scientist or Certified Lab Tech - 0.4 FTE

Prairie Ridge Health; Columbus (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Certified Lab Scientist or Lab Technician to join their Lab Department. This role involves performing essential laboratory tests across various disciplines, ensuring accuracy and reliability in results that aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. Candidates will develop and maintain testing procedures and protocols while exercising independent judgment. With a commitment to high-quality healthcare, this position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment that values expertise and precision. If you are passionate about laboratory science and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in Medical Technology or Associate degree in MLT required.
• Certification as MT/CLS or MLT must be obtained within 9 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform general laboratory testing with high accuracy and reliability.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, troubleshoot technology issues.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Hematology

Chemistry

Urinalysis

Transfusion Services

Coagulation

Microbiology

Serology

Specimen Processing

Clinical Judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

Job description

Prairie Ridge Health is looking for a team member to join our Lab Department in the role of Certified Lab Scientist or Certified Lab Tech. This position is 0.4 FTE (16 hours per week) Day/PM shift Monday - Friday with an every 3rd weekend rotation. This position will be responsible for performing general laboratory testing in the areas of Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Transfusion Services, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, and Specimen processing with a high degree of accuracy and reliability.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Technologist performs general laboratory testing in the areas of Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Transfusion Services, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, and Specimen processing with a high degree of accuracy and reliability. The data obtained is used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease involving patients of all ages. The Medical Technologist develops and maintains test procedures and protocols, and troubleshoots both technology and sample related problems. (S)he exercises independent judgment and responsibility with minimal supervision. May supervise others in the absence of the Laboratory Supervisor. Makes decisions about the accuracy of test results, instrument operation, specimen suitability, and uses sound clinical judgment in setting the priority of tests/patients.

OR

Lab Tech I or II

The Clinical Laboratory Technician I performs general laboratory testing in the areas of Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Transfusion Services, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, and Specimen processing with a high degree of accuracy and reliability. The data obtained is used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease involving patients of all ages. The Clinical Laboratory Technician II develops and maintains test procedures and protocols, and troubleshoots both technology and sample related problems. (S)he exercises independent judgment and responsibility with minimal supervision. Makes decisions about the accuracy of test results, instrument operation, specimen suitability, and uses sound clinical judgment in setting the priority of tests/patients.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

Lab Scientist

• Bachelors’ degree in Medical Technology and graduate of an accredited Medical Technology Program.
• Registered or eligible as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) with a national accrediting agency (ASCP) or (AMT) or qualified as a MT/CLS having passed the Federal Equivalence Exam (HEW). Certification must be obtained within 9 months of employment.
• Meets the CLIA 88 requirements for individuals performing highly complex testing.
• CPR certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

OR

Lab Tech I

• Associate degree and completion of a 2 year CLT / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) training program.
• Certified or eligible as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with a national accrediting agency (ASCP) or (AMT). Certification must be obtained within 9 months of hire.
• Meets the CLIA 88 requirements for individuals performing highly complex testing.
• One year of experience in a clinical laboratory performing highly complex testing is preferred.
• CPR certification obtained within 90 days of hire.

OR

Lab Tech II

• Associate degree and completion of a 2 year CLT / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) training program.
• Certified or eligible as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with a national accrediting agency (ASCP or AMT). Certification must be obtained within 9 months of hire.
• Meets the CLIA 88 requirements for individuals performing highly complex testing.
• A minimum of five years' experience as a CLT/MLT.
• CPR certification obtained within 90 days of hire.

FTE: 0.4 (16 hours per week)

Shift: Monday-Friday Day/PM shift with every 3rd weekend rotation.