Medical Laboratory Scientist - Full Time

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 40,515 - 60,765; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Generous, accruing paid time off

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Community service/improvement opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois is seeking a qualified medical technologist to perform high complexity lab tests. Responsibilities include analyzing test results, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining lab equipment.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology and relevant certifications or equivalent experience. The role offers a pay range from $29.41 to $44.11 and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or equivalent.
• MT/MLS Generalist Certification required within 12 months of hire.
• Must be qualified per CLIA standards for high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Information System for patient operations.
• Perform high complexity lab tests accurately.
• Ensure timely reporting of critical results.

Skills

Accuracy in test results

Understanding of quality control

Technical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Associates degree in Medical Technology and MLT certification

Job description

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.
• Confirms accuracy of patient sample identification prior to performing analyses; evaluates specimen quality and identifies when unacceptable. Documents information concerning quality of specimen, impact of sub‑optimal specimens on test values. Initiates recollection procedure as indicated.
• Perform waived, moderate and high complexity lab tests as defined by CLIA 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. Recognizes subtle yet significant problems which occur with testing methodologies. Troubleshoots suspect test results using technical knowledge and experience. Implements corrective action when inaccurate, inappropriate findings/results/reports are identified.
• Performs high complexity tests such as bone marrow, sperm morphology, etc.
• 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, advanced troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in method and instrument evaluation and implementation.
• Investigates/resolves technical issues.
• Participates on interdepartmental committees or teams.
• Participates in teaching students and training new partners.
• Completes and signs off on competency checklists for techs.
• Develops updates and procedures as requested.
• Serves as a resource to inexperienced partners.
• Performs additional tasks such as scheduling, antibiograms, etc.
• Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency for new methods implemented.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology
Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.
OR
Associates degree in Medical Technology AND MLT certification

Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

MT/MLS Generalist Certification or Specialty Certification in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology required within 12 months of hire.

OR

MLT Certification and 5 years of experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

N/A

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without 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

$29.41 - $44.11

Mercyhealth is 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, 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
• 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