Medical Technologist - Nights - Weekend Premium

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); In loco; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) with matching

Sign-On Bonus $25,000

Student Loan Repayment up to $20,000

Health Insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

The Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Medical Technologist I for weekend premium service in Fort Wayne, IN. The role performs routine and specialized tests on blood and body fluids and supports patient care with timely results.

Responsibilities include instrument maintenance, quality control, and collaboration with healthcare staff. Requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology and 0–2 years of acute care experience; shifts include Friday–Sunday nights.

Competenze

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Passing score on Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency exam approved by HHS (HEW) required.
• 0–2 years of acute care laboratory experience required.

Mansioni

• Performs moderate and high complexity tests accurately and efficiently.
• Adheres to quality control procedures and documents results.
• Performs instrument checks and preventative maintenance per policy.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Follows safety regulations and uses PPE as required.
• Communicates results and issues with healthcare staff promptly.
• Assists with proficiency testing and accreditation data collection.
• Collects urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy as needed.

Conoscenze

Acute care experience

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

CLT Proficiency Exam (HEW/HHS approved)

Descrizione del lavoro

• 401(k) with matching
• Sign On Bonus: $25,000
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Medical Technologist - Weekend Premium

• Full-Time | 36-hours
• Shift | Nights
• Schedule | Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• Hours | 6:30pm-7:00am

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Sign On Bonus: $25,000
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance. This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or, Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science required or
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet testing deadlines.
• Proficient in using laboratory information systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare staff.
• Knowledge of population-specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) required