Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist

Compass Memorial; Iowa; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Memorial Healthcare is seeking a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/MLT to operate within the Laboratory Department. The role includes performing precise tests, adhering to QA guidelines, and collaborating with the Laboratory Manager to maintain quality and efficiency.

The position requires proficiency in specimen collection across age ranges, effective documentation, and independent decision-making to support patient care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Performs careful and accurate work in any technical area as assigned.
• Performs tests within specified turnaround time for assigned area.
• Assures QA guidelines are strictly adhered to before reporting any laboratory result.
• Participates in problem resolution and instrument troubleshooting.
• Draws legal alcohol specimens.
• Has training and performs capillary, venous and arterial collections from all age groups as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complies with methodologies, procedures and services in consultation with the Laboratory Manager or assigned laboratory manager.
• Documents all necessary information in the performance of technical procedures, including QC.
• Communicates with the Laboratory manager as necessary when problems or unusual circumstances arise and documents as necessary.
• Provides professional leadership, motivation and guidance to peers and other laboratory staff.
• Notifies manager when supplies need to be ordered.

Job description

Compass Memorial Healthcare is seeking a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/MLT to operate within the Laboratory Department. The role includes performing precise tests, adhering to QA guidelines, and collaborating with the Laboratory Manager to maintain quality and efficiency.

The position requires proficiency in specimen collection across age ranges, effective documentation, and independent decision-making to support patient care and regulatory compliance.