Lab Technical Specialist

Mercy Health Corporation

Wisconsin

On-site

USD 64,000 - 95,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform specimen collection and comprehensive laboratory testing across hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, and microbiology. You will ensure quality control, participate in calibration, and help train new partners and students in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes timely results, adherence to policies, and continuous learning within Mercyhealth's culture of excellence across locations in Wisconsin.

Qualifications

Associate degree in medical laboratory science or military equivalent.
Qualified to perform high complexity testing per CLIA 493.1489 Standard.
MLT certification within one year of hire per CLIA guidance.

Responsibilities

Collect patient specimens.
Perform lab tests in hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank or microbiology.
Analyze test results prior to release of information for validity.
Ensure designated turnaround times and report critical results.
Perform quality control and proficiency testing as defined by policy.
Interpret and troubleshoot quality control results.
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of instrumentation.
Participate in method and instrument evaluation and training of new partners and students.

Skills

Specimen collection

Hematology testing

Urinalysis

Quality control

Instrument calibration

Teaching/training

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory science or military equivalent

Qualified to perform high complexity testing per CLIA 493.1489

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

LIMS / Information systems

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs specimen collection and laboratory testing across areas including hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, and microbiology while ensuring accurate and timely results. This role also performs quality control, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and supports the training of new partners and students.

SCHEDULE

Full Time, 40 hours

SHIFT

Days,Variable

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collect patient specimens.
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.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and 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 and Licensure

MLT certification within one year of hire or meets CLIA 493.1489 Standard: Testing personnel qualifications on or before April 24, 1995

Skills and Abilities

N/A

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk, hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee may have occasion to reach overhead to pick up objects or to adjust items. The employee may have occasion to bend under or crawl under bench to move or obtain objects. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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

$30.59 - $45.89

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

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: