Med Tech PRN

IHA; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Health System in Boise, ID is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist for PRN coverage in the Clinical Laboratory, to perform diagnostic tests and interpret results with professional judgment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and ASCP MT/MLS/CLS certification or registry eligibility within one year of hire, with responsibilities including QC, instrument maintenance, phlebotomy, and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• ASCP MT/MLS/CLS certification or registry eligibility within 1 year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Knows, understands, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC with corrective action as needed.
• Performs routine maintenance of equipment and documents instrument performance.
• Verifies specimen labeling, integrity and suitability before testing.
• Performs and reports low, medium and high complexity testing according to protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Reports test results accurately and communicates critical results per protocol.
• Prioritizes work to maintain efficiency; assists other areas as needed.
• Performs phlebotomy when required according to lab policies.
• Monitors supply inventory and ensures availability of needed supplies.
• Reviews work by clinical laboratory assistants and performs corrective actions if required.
• Works independently, troubleshoots analyzers, and communicates with oncoming shift.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

ASCP MT/MLS/CLS certification

Registry eligible within 1 year

Job description

Summary And Purpose

Performs tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of patient by utilizing various medical laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. Correlates and integrates other patient data when interpreting test results. Uses professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

MED TECH PRN

Location

BOISE, ID

Summary And Purpose

Performs tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of patient by utilizing various medical laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. Correlates and integrates other patient data when interpreting test results. Uses professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required.
• Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or equivalent certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required or registry eligible and obtained within 1 year of hire date.

Anticipated Hours

Likely to be 1-2 shifts a week, variable schedule.

What You Will Do

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with all departmental policies and procedures relevant to the scope of activities including safety policies.
• Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC. Takes immediate corrective action when QC data is outside established limits.
• Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment. Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes appropriate action independently.
• Verifies specimen labeling, integrity and suitability before performing testing.
• Accurately performs low, medium and high complexity testing procedures according to established protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Reports test results accurately and appropriately. Reports critical test results to physician, nursing station or physician office according to established protocol.
• Ability to prioritize work to maintain maximum efficiency. Uses spare time to assist other areas as needed.
• Performs phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Monitors supply inventory and takes appropriate action to ensure that needed supplies are readily available.
• Reviews work performed by clinical laboratory assistants. Performs corrective actions if required.
• Performs expected tasks without direction of supervisor.
• Ensures accuracy of work being reported by assigned department. Examines review lists, pending logs and the like. Resolves problems immediately and communicates with oncoming shift, nurses/physicians as appropriate. Works independently and troubleshoots analyzers by calling tech support, etc.

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
• The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life

Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.