Medical Technologist – Evening Shift with $25k Sign-On

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) with matching

Sign On Bonus: $25,000

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000

Competitive salary and comprehensive|

Zusammenfassung

The Medical Technologist I at Lutheran Health Network performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity tests on blood and body fluids, under minimal supervision. You will ensure accurate results by following quality control protocols, maintaining instruments, and supporting patient care through timely testing.

This weekend premium role requires evenings and rotating weekends/holidays, with a 2:00pm–10:30pm schedule.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Passing score on Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required.

Aufgaben

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Safety regulations

Instrument troubleshooting

Documentation

Phlebotomy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Passing score on Clinical Laboratory Proficiency exam (HEW)

Jobbeschreibung

The Medical Technologist I at Lutheran Health Network performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity tests on blood and body fluids, under minimal supervision. You will ensure accurate results by following quality control protocols, maintaining instruments, and supporting patient care through timely testing.

This weekend premium role requires evenings and rotating weekends/holidays, with a 2:00pm–10:30pm schedule.