Clinical Lab Technologist MLS/MT (ASCP) | Full-Time

MercyOne Medical Group; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and report tests with precision across a range of body fluids. The role involves specimen collection, instrument operation, QC tracking, and adherence to CLIA high-complexity standards.

Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and MLS/MT (ASCP) registry, with transcripts available for verification. The position emphasizes patient safety, HIPAA, and ongoing professional development in a hospital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science degree is required or qualifies as an MT under CLIA high complexity testing personnel qualifications.
• Educational transcript required for verification.
• MLS/MT (ASCP) registry required or completed within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports all assigned tests with expected precision and accuracy.
• Obtains blood or other body fluid from patients.
• Operates computer equipment and software relative to performance of essential job functions.
• Records all required quality control results.
• Maintains, calibrates, and repairs equipment with accurate records of services.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities as outlined in CLIA regulations.
• Maintains inventory of supplies in the assigned area and prepares reagents or media.
• Participates in evaluation of new procedures, equipment and methods.
• Set up cultures, read gram stains, and perform rapid kit testing in Microbiology.
• Collects blood specimens utilizing venipuncture, capillary fingerstick or heelstick with patients of all ages.
• Identifies patients using two identifiers and labels specimens.
• Maintains department confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Trains colleagues on standard work practices and monitors compliance.
• Provides competent patient care by interpreting data and adapting procedures.
• Engages in ongoing professional growth and education programs.
• Aligns with MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center mission and values.
• Follows safety policies and identifies safety concerns.
• Performs other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control (QC)

Phlebotomy / specimen collection

Instrument operation

Record keeping

Safety & HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's in medical technology or related field

MLS/MT (ASCP) registry required or pending within 2 years

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and report tests with precision across a range of body fluids. The role involves specimen collection, instrument operation, QC tracking, and adherence to CLIA high-complexity standards.

Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and MLS/MT (ASCP) registry, with transcripts available for verification. The position emphasizes patient safety, HIPAA, and ongoing professional development in a hospital