Medical Lab Technician - Weekend Package Nights

MercyOne Medical Group; Oelwein (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Oelwein, IA is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform clinical testing of laboratory specimens, ensure accurate labeling, and support patient care in a fast-paced setting.

You will verify patient identification, run analyses, review results for clinical correlation, and communicate critical values to physicians and nursing staff. Adherence to safety and quality control is required, with certification within six months if not already held.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent.
• Experience not required or minimal (6 months or more preferred).
• ASCP eligible and able to pass certification within 6 months or MLT certification by ASCP/AMT.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical testing of laboratory specimens and review data for clinical correlation.
• Verify patient identification and proper specimen labeling; ensure correct specimen handling.
• Conduct quality control on analyzers and reagents; interpret QC data and troubleshoot when needed.
• Communicate critical values promptly to physicians and nursing staff; document results.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and assays; follow manufacturer procedures and contact support if needed.
• Assist with age-specific patient care as applicable, ensuring safety and infection control policies.

Education

Associate degree: Medical Laboratory Technician program.

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Weekend Shift Description:

Performs clinical testing of laboratory specimens to provide accurate and reliable data for clinical assessment of patients. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.

Obtains proper specimens for testing.

• Verifies patient identification.
• Obtains correct specimen with minimal trauma and correctly labels specimen per laboratory guidelines.
• Correctly processes specimen for testing.

Performs clinical testing of laboratory specimens and reviews data for clinical correlation.

• Verifies identification of specimen.
• Performs testing on appropriate analyzer when applicable.
• Performs non-analyzer testing per laboratory protocol.
• Uses knowledge of body chemistry to review data for clinical correlation.
• Informs customer promptly (physician, nursing staff) of any critical values and documents.
• Results testing in computer system.
• Reviews all computer print-outs for accuracy.

Performs quality control testing on all analyzers and analytes and interprets results.

• Determines proper quality control specimens to be run.
• Checks all quality control specimens for dating and storage.
• Performs testing on quality control specimens per laboratory protocol.
• Reviews data to judge proper performance of instruments and reagents.
• Uses data for troubleshooting when needed.
• Logs all QC data per laboratory specifications.

Troubleshoots instrumentation and assays.

• Uses quality control data to assess proper functioning of instruments and reagents.
• Identifies source of problem (instrument or reagent).
• Consults operator’s manual for troubleshooting instructions.
• Follows manufacturer’s guidelines for specific troubleshooting procedures.
• Consults manufacturer’s hotline if unable to resolve.
• Documents all procedures used to resolve problems.

Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit, which may include:

Birth-28 days: Neonate

1-18 Months: Infant

18 Mo-3 Yrs: Toddler

3-6 Yrs: Pre-School Aged

6-12 Yrs: School-Aged

12-18 Yrs: Adolescents

18-65 Yrs: Adults

65+ Yrs: Geriatrics

• Collects, analyzes, interprets and applies age-specific data.
• Performs tasks/procedures, uses equipment in an age appropriate manner.
• Communicates and works with others in an age appropriate manner.

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

• Attends required safety programs.
• Appropriately and consistently uses the personal protective equipment required of the job.
• Knows and can demonstrate departmental emergency procedures for fire, disaster and other emergency situations.
• Reports and removes unsafe equipment/furniture.
• Asks for assistance when needed to assure safety for all involved.
• Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.

General Requirements:

• Associate degree: Medical Laboratory Technician program.
• Minimum of 6 months laboratory experience preferred.
• ASCP eligible and successfully pass certification exam within 6 months of hire or certified Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP or AMT.

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.