MLT/Medical Technologist FT Nights Sign-on or Relocation Bonus

Company: Trinity Health Corporation
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

Your best life. Our one purpose.

At MercyOne Siouxland, we understand that elevating patient-centered care comes from the efforts of all colleagues. We imagine and embrace bold new ideas to revolutionize health care.

What we offer:

We care about your wellbeing, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage

About the job:

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

What you will do:

• Is proficient in computer operation and LIS procedures. Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. PathNet, PowerChart, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lawson Supply Chain, 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients.
• 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.
• Is able to direct a code, when applicable to assigned laboratory location.
• 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.

What we are looking for:

• 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 or certification eligible preferred.
• Must meet CLIA 493.1489 standards for high complexity testing.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
• Must have general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Word, Excel, Cerner PathNet and Powerchart, Lawson Supply Chain, HealthStream, etc).
• Must be detailed oriented, able to prioritize and perform under stressful situations.
• Shows initiative, takes/owns responsibility, displays effective/independent problem solving skills.
• Required to complete twelve (12) hours of laboratory related continued education annually.
• Must be able to demonstrate competency, at least annually, through performance of proficiency testing, direct observation by peers and/or superiors, written exam or any other method devised or utilized by this organization to document competency evaluation.

MLT

• Associate degree, certification or college degree required. MLT (ASCP) or CLT (NCA) certification or certification eligible preferred. In lieu of certification, would consider a minimum of two years of college with science courses (two years of related hospital experience would be considered the equivalent of one year of college). A specific related accredited course in a clinical laboratory would be equivalent to one year of college.
• Must meet CLIA 493.1489 standards for high complexity testing.
• Requires completion of twelve (12) hours of laboratory related continuing education annually.
• Is able to communicate effectively with all members of the health care team. Is able to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change.

Why MercyOne Siouxland?

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is a 238-bed regional center that provides residents in a 33-county tri-state region an entire continuum of preventive, primary, acute and tertiary healthcare services. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is home to the only Level II trauma center in western Iowa - one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons - and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service.

About MercyOne and Trinity Health

We are MercyOne: a connected system of health care facilities and services dedicated to helping you and your community live your best life.

More than 20,000 colleagues strong, our care providers and staff make your health and happiness their highest priority, so you can get well-and stay well. With 420 care locations, our clinics, medical centers and affiliates are never too far from home, allowing us to improve the lives of individuals and communities across the state of Iowa and beyond.

MercyOne Siouxland is a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network spans 22 states, 94 hospitals and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

About Siouxland

The tri-state region, referred to as Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.

Situated in the heart of Downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartment, downtown loft, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully-renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.

The MercyOne Mission Defines Us:

MercyOne serves with fidelity to the Gospel as a compassionate, healing ministry of Jesus Christ to transform the health of our communities.

Our timeless values guide us:

• Reverence
• Integrity
• Commitment to the Poor
• Compassion
• Excellence
• Justice
• Stewardship

MercyOne Cultural Beliefs Direct Us:

• Be ONE: I benefit from and strengthen MercyOne.
• Personalize Care: Your experience. My responsibility.
• Own It!: I own my actions to deliver our key results.
• Improve Daily: I make improvements every day for those we serve including each other.
• Innovate: I imagine and embrace bold new ideas to revolutionize health.

MercyOne Siouxland and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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