Evening Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLS/MT)

MercyOne; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, IA seeks a Laboratory MLS/MT to perform and report tests, ensure quality control, and maintain equipment. The role requires a Bachelor’s in medical technology or related field and ASCP MLS/MT registry (or completion within two years).

Evening shift, full-time schedule, and adherence to CLIA regulations are essential. Responsibilities include collecting blood specimens from diverse age groups, accurate labeling, recording QC, and maintaining

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.
• ASCP MLS/MT registry required or completed within two years of hire.
• Previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports all assigned tests with expected precision and accuracy and obtains blood or other body fluid from patients.
• Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements.
• 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 appropriate 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 prior to collection and labels specimens according to policy.
• Maintains confidentiality and abides by HIPAA regulations.
• Trains colleagues and monitors compliance with standard work practices.
• Provides competent patient care by interpreting data and making decisions based on age-specific growth and development.
• Participates in education programs and professional development.
• Commits to MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center mission and safety policies.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Patient specimen collection

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s in medical technology or related field

ASCP MLS/MT registry within 2 years

Job description

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, IA seeks a Laboratory MLS/MT to perform and report tests, ensure quality control, and maintain equipment. The role requires a Bachelor’s in medical technology or related field and ASCP MLS/MT registry (or completion within two years).

Evening shift, full-time schedule, and adherence to CLIA regulations are essential. Responsibilities include collecting blood specimens from diverse age groups, accurate labeling, recording QC, and maintaining