Medical Technologist-General Lab

Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

• Area of Interest: Laboratory
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
• Department: Laboratory
• Shift: 4 10's 9pm -7am and every third
• Job ID: 156494OverviewUnityPoint-St Luke's HospitalFull-Time Overnights4 10's, 9pm -7am & Every 3rd Weekend $5,000 Sign On Bonus to Qualified Applicants! Responsible for working within the established guidelines of the Laboratory Department as assigned. As a professional, the MT is responsible for carrying out the philosophy and objectives defined by regulatory requirements and hospital standard operating procedures. Foremost among these responsibilities are strictly adhering to detail in the technical performance of laboratory procedures, solving practical and analytical problems, resolving conflict, and implementing constructive change.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. ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates technical and operational expertise
  Performs testing and test procedures according to established policies and guidelinesInterprets quality control results and instrument functionCompletes scheduled preventive maintenance duties Provides assistance and guidance involving repairs, validations, and function checks and works with vendors as appropriateCollects blood specimens, etc. from laboratory outpatientsParticipates in Quality Assurance (QA) and Resource Management

  Assists and completes investigations involving unexpected or adverse outcomes and keeps documentation according to regulatory guidelinesOrganizes and adapts to changes in workflow due to instrumentation or computer downtimesProvides solutions and technical support to aid in delivery of patient careAssures patient care in unusual conditions/conflicts is not compromisedAssists and monitors necessary supplies and kit availability for patient testingResponsible for following manufacturer's recommended instructions for utilizing testing material and kits as well as assists with reagent orders from vendorsTechnical and Teaching Assistance

  Participates in the bench instruction of Clinical Laboratory Scientist students, phlebotomy students, nurses and clinic staffProvides operational training for coworkers involving manual, automated, and organizational skills for patient testingProvides knowledge acquired thru experience and training to assist new hires and current coworkersPractices good communication skills with internal and external customers

  Communicates hand-off details to coworkers at shift changeMaintains composure and professionalism involving conflicts with internal and external customersQualifications

  • 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

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