Medical Lab Technician/Medical Lab Scientist - Part Time

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team in a 20-hour/week role. The position involves processing samples, running tests in multiple lab specialties, and reporting results with strict quality controls.

The role requires an associate degree in MLS or equivalent and CLIA high-complexity qualification. Training and ongoing competency development are part of the job, with opportunities to work across Mercyhealth facilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical laboratory science or military equivalent.
• Qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489.

Responsibilities

• Receive patients, order and collect samples, document QC and generate reports.
• Perform lab tests in hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank or microbiology by automated and manual methods.
• Analyze test results for validity and accuracy before charting.
• Ensure turnaround times and correctly report critical results.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing; calibrate instruments as needed.
• Teach and train new partners and students; maintain competency for new methods.
• Collect patient specimens.

Skills

High complexity testing understanding

Quality control procedures

Education

AS degree in MLS

Job description

OVERVIEW

The MLT/MLS provides patient care by processing samples and performing clinical laboratory procedures. Work at other Mercy facilities performing the same functions, as required. Work alternate shifts, weekends and holidays as needed to adequately provide services. Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Schedule

20 hours/week

Shift

Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Collect patient specimens.

EDUCATION AND/OR 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/LICENSURE

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

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

$24.60 - $44.11

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

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.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

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.

RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women