Medical Technologist-MT or MLS at UnityPoint Health

Sioux City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Expertise, Operational Expertise, Quality Control, Preventive Maintenance, Blood Specimen Collection, Quality Assurance, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Training, Customer Focus, Critical Thinking, Documentation, Multicultural Sensitivity, Microsoft Office Skills, Patient Care, Adaptability

Industry

Description

Overview UnityPoint-St Luke's Part-Time Weekend Package 6am-4:30pm Saturday and Sunday Performs clinical tests and procedures in one or more functional sections of the laboratory. Maintains records of performance as defined by the laboratory's administrative and sectional standard operating procedures Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Demonstrates technical and operational expertise Performs testing and test procedures according to established policies and guidelines Interprets quality control results and instrument function Completes scheduled preventive maintenance duties Provides assistance and guidance involving repairs, validations, and function checks and works with vendors as appropriate Collects blood specimens, etc. from laboratory outpatients Participates in Quality Assurance (QA) and Resource Management Assists and completes investigations involving unexpected or adverse outcomes and keeps documentation according to regulatory guidelines Organizes and adapts to changes in workflow due to instrumentation or computer downtimes Provides solutions and technical support to aid in delivery of patient care Assures patient care in unusual conditions/conflicts is not compromisedAssists and monitors necessary supplies and kit availability for patient testing Responsible for following manufacturer’s recommended instructions for utilizing testing material and kits as well as assists with reagent orders from vendors Technical and Teaching Assistance Participates in the bench instruction of Clinical Laboratory Scientist students, phlebotomy students, nurses and clinic staff Provides operational training for coworkers involving manual, automated, and organizational skills for patient testing Provides knowledge acquired thru experience and training to assist new hires and current coworkers Practices good communication skills with internal and external customers Communicates hand-off details to coworkers at shift change Maintains composure and professionalism involving conflicts with internal and external customers Qualifications Baccalaureate degree with major in Medical Technology or related science Less than one year Certified as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by Board of Registry of ASCP or equivalent due upon hire or within 1 year from date of hire. Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position

Responsibilities

The Medical Technologist performs clinical tests and procedures in the laboratory, ensuring adherence to established policies and guidelines. They also provide technical support and training to staff and students.