Technical Specialist (MT/MLS) - Microbiology | 40 hours per week | Laboratory

Great River Health; Burlington (IA); In loco; USD 41.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Great River Health in West Burlington, IA is seeking a Technical Specialist (MT/MLS) in Microbiology. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with day shifts of 8 or 10 hours and rotating weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities include overseeing QC, SOPs, test method validations, and staff training in a dynamic laboratory The qualified candidate will have a BA/BS in a relevant science, NAACLS internship or equivalent, and 4–6 years of clinical lab experience.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science required.
• 1-3 years clinical internship in NAACLS accredited program or approved alternate path required.
• 4-6 years minimal clinical laboratory experience preferred or as indicated by role requirements.

Mansioni

• Provide bench coverage as needed.
• Review quality control for assigned department(s).
• Oversee proficiency testing program for the department.
• Maintain inventory to prevent interruptions in patient testing.
• Write and review SOPs for the department(s).
• Coordinate and perform test method validations.
• Oversee department workflow and staff adherence to standards.
• Review maintenance logs and participate in staff training.

Conoscenze

Bench coverage

Quality control

SOP development

Staff training

Formazione

BA/BS in medical technology or related

NAACLS internship or approved path

Descrizione del lavoro

Technical Specialist (MT/MLS) - Microbiology | 40 hours per week | Laboratory### Technical Specialist (MT/MLS) - Microbiology | 40 hours per week | LaboratoryApply: West Burlington, Iowa: Full time: Posted Today: R-09430**Minimum Hiring Wage:**From $35.79 per hour**Job Details:**$15,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates! Scheduled Hours: Day Shift, 8 or 10 hour shifts. Rotating weekends and holidays.**Job Description:**Responsible for directing, reviewing and overseeing performance of all operations for assigned department(s). Duties will extend to include test method evaluation, selection and implementation, designing and maintaining current policies and procedures, inventory control, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Performs tests and procedures in assigned section, including those which require exercise of independent judgment and responsibility. Independently performs qualitative and quantitative tests, following established guidelines and predetermined criteria. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and/or results and uses knowledge, critical thinking skills, and judgment to troubleshoot and resolve them. Performs competency assessments for moderate and/or high complexity testing, depending upon the department. May also perform testing in other departments as needed. **What you will do*** Provide bench coverage as needed.* Review quality control for assigned department(s).* Oversee the proficiency testing program for assigned department(s).* Maintains adequate inventory of all materials and supplies required for assigned department(s) to ensure that patient testing is not interrupted.* Review laboratory test results to check for accuracy.* Writes and reviews Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assigned department(s).* Coordinates and performs new test method validations.* Oversee the workflow of the department, communicate standards, and ensure that staff are following procedures and quality standards.* Reviews monthly maintenance logs for assigned department(s).* Participate in training and orientation of new staff; provides ongoing education.* Investigate complaints about service and equipment and take corrective action.* Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure that services are provided in an efficient and timely manner.* Participate in department meetings and quality assurance programs.* Recommend changes that could improve service and increase operational efficiency.* Participates in continuing education and attends workshops to increase awareness of best practices for the clinical laboratory.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science Required* Maintains current and active status on all required training and education as outlined by corporate policy Required* 1-3 years clinical internship in a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited clinical laboratory science program or approved alternate career path that meets certification eligibility requirements Required* 4-6 years minimal clinical laboratory experience Preferred* Medical Laboratory Scientist within 180 Days Required or* Medical Technologist within 180 Days Required**Additional Requirements:**Certification should be through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent certification.**Benefits:****We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:*** Competitive base pay* Matching retirement programs* Health, Dental and Vision plans* Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts* Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans* Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D* Paid time off (PTO)* Education Assistance Program* Employee Assistance Program* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Discounted cafeteria meals* Paid Parental Leave* Employee Service Recognition program* Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity*Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.*### About UsIf you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and you are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal-opportunity employer.### Questions?Contact a member of our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]