Medical Lab Technician (MLT) – Days FT

Knoxville Hospital & Clinics; Knoxville (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Knoxville Hospital and Clinics invites applications for a full-time Medical Laboratory Technician. The role is a day shift from 5am to 1pm, onsite in Knoxville, IA, performing testing on biological specimens to aid diagnosis and treatment.

The responsibilities include phlebotomy, labeling, routine and automated chemistry tests, quality control, equipment maintenance, and strict documentation. Weekend and holiday availability may be required.

Qualifications

• AAS degree in Medical Laboratory Science required.
• Certification as MLT desirable.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy from patients using sterile technique and proper labeling.
• Perform routine, special, and automated tests in clinical chemistry.
• Maintain and document QC on all equipment and procedures.
• Keep accurate records and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Documentation

Education

AAS in Medical Laboratory Science

MLT certification desirable

Tools

Clinical chemistry analyzers

Blood bank procedures

Job description

Knoxville Hospital and Clinics strive to be your healthcare destination, building on compassion and innovation. We are committed to faithfully providing exceptional healthcare. The values we hold true are Teamwork, Innovation, Compassion, Integrity, Service, and People-Centered.

This is a Full-time day’s position working 5am-1pm.

May perform all levels of testing complexity and analysis on biological specimens to provide information used in the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease. Utilize a variety of procedures that may involve numerous detailed tests and techniques that require the use of professional judgment.

Essential Functions

• Perform phlebotomy from patients by capillary puncture and venipuncture using sterile techniques with proper procedure to prevent trauma, hematoma, and sepsis. This includes pediatric and geriatric collections; age specific considerations apply with proficiency.
• Follows appropriate procedures for labeling and patient identification
• Perform routine, special, and automated tests in clinical chemistry using proper technique and equipment.
• Perform manual microscopic cell identification.
• Performs and documents proper maintenance on all analyzes.
• Performs quality control on all equipment with proper documentation.
• Performs serological kit tests as instructed and follows manufacturer guidelines.
• Possesses an in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their inter-relationships.
• Can recognize problems, identify the cause, create alternatives and determine the solutions.
• Checks inventories and requests supplies, reagents, and materials. Unpacks and stores reagents appropriately.
• Performs routine blood bank procedures.
• Show conscientious attention to detail when preparing units for transfusion.
• Follow guidelines and proper handling of blood products with the electronic inventory and tracking processes.
• Keeps diligent records and strict attention to procedure for safety.
• Performs QA processes and documentation as required.
• Performs other tasks as requested by the Lab Director.
• Knowledgeable of and complies with the hospital Legal Compliance Program and Policy and Procedures relating to hospital safety. Is aware of and practices good safety habits.
• Is competent in all phases of their job performance.
• Complies with Hospital Administration policy and is diligent in the performance of the ideals and standards of KHC.
• Complies with Infection Control Policies, isolation techniques, personal hygiene and Protection Equipment Standard.
• Use all electronic and data equipment and systems following all HIPAA and facility guidelines.

Job Requirements

• AAS degree in Medical Laboratory Science from accredited college is required
• Certification as a Medical Lab Technician in a recognized laboratory registry organization is desirable.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Required to complete all annual competency training and maintain license and/or certification.

This is a Full-time position and is eligible for benefits for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, retirement plan with company match of up to 6%, accrued hours for vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and company benefits for employee life, employee AD&D, short term and long-term disability.