DESCRIPTION:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center has earned more national recognition for quality patient outcomes than any other hospital in the region. The medical center has earned multiple honors for its leadership and excellence in several clinical areas including cardiac care, orthopedic services, vascular surgery, stroke care and cancer care.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• BA or BS degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or health-related science. Ongoing education, training and certification may be required to meet prevailing regulatory requirements.
• MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) certification within one year of employment.
• Must meet CLIA 493.1489 standards for high complexity testing.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under limited supervision, performs various clinical laboratory procedures. To meet department needs, may be assigned to a particular laboratory section(s) or to a position as a generalist working in all sections.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service/care appropriate to the age of the patients served, in accordance with MercyOne standards.
• Adheres to established policy and procedure when performing laboratory testing, quality control, and verifying and reporting results.
• Is proficient in computer operation and LIS procedures. Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. LIS, EMR, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Ordering Software, etc.).
• Notifies appropriate personnel of unusual problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions and quality control aberrations, in accordance with section policy or procedure.
• Is skilled in Specimen Acquisition, to include Arterial collections if applicable.
• Follows protocol related to Critical Values, Delta Checks, or reporting notations. Contacts appropriate healthcare providers/personnel with regard to results and for clarification of requests or other routine problems regarding specimens and/or test requests.
• Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrences utilizing established lines of authority and assists in identifying ways to resolve variances or unacceptable outcomes.
• Performs preventative maintenance, as applicable.
• Calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section to which assigned. Is competent to calibrate instruments and perform correlation studies on new lots of reagents.
• Prepares standards, reagents and other materials used in testing.
• Participates in CAP Proficiency Testing.
• Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures
• Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when working with Bio-hazardous materials. Maintains a clean, safe work environment at all times.
• Adheres to Laboratory Safety P&P for related to spills and/or exposures.
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement, Quality Assurance, and Continuing Education initiatives.
• Actively participates in department meetings, committees, conferences, and in services.
• Strives to be a good steward of reagents, supplies, and disposables.
• Consistently demonstrates service excellence and team building skills.
• Actively participates in the training, orientation, and education of staff and students.
• Assists LIS Coordinator with design and validation of new and/or revised test development in the laboratory information system.
• Is capable of troubleshooting routine instrument problems and contacting technical support to resolve issues.
• Actively participates in internal accreditation/inspection preparation and processes (CAP, TJC, etc.)
• Reviews daily QC documentation, troubleshoots and reports shifts, trends, or abnormal outcomes to the appropriate lab authority.
• Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and MercyOne business.
• Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. HealthStream, internet, etc.)
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  Schedule: Rotating 8-hour shifts starting at 6am, 630am, or 10am. Weekend and holidays shift is 630 to 3pm.