Job Posting Title

Lead Tech - MT/MLS - Core Lab

Job Description Summary

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 North Iowa is the largest provider of health care services in our region, and we are proudly the largest employer in Cerro Gordo County. Our hospital is a private, not-for-profit health care center, licensed for 346 beds, which serves more than 400,000 inpatients and outpatients each year. In addition, MercyOne North Iowa is a teaching institution. We conduct a Family Medicine Residency, Internal Medicine Residency, Cardiology Fellowship, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and a School of Radiologic Technology. MercyOne North Iowa is a clinical training site for approximately 500 students from 127 different colleges enrolled in programs for medical laboratory, nursing, paramedic, rehabilitation, medical assistants, pastoral services, physicians and many other medical fields.

Job Description

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Lead Tech - MT/MLS.

As a Lead Tech at MercyOne, you will Performs laboratory testing, verifying results using knowledge of principles, QC, and instruments and interprets results based on physiology. Recognizes and solves problems using skills and technical knowledge.  Lead tech is responsible for the technical procedures, instrument operation and QC management for specific areas in the Core lab. Assigned role may include being responsible for the coordination, supervision, regulatory, and technical oversight of Point-of-Care (POC).    

Performs and reports all assigned tests with expected precision and accuracy and obtains blood or other body fluid from patients.

 Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements.

 Maintains and monitors applicable QC program and records all required quality control results. Establishes QC Procedures and confidence limits.

 Maintains, calibrates, and repairs equipment with accurate records of services.

 Performs all duties and responsibilities as outlined in CLIA regulations.

Schedule:

Full Time; 40 hours/week; Day Shift

General Requirements:

Education: 

Baccalaureate degree is required                                  

Experience:

Must have demonstrated competence as a tech for a minimum of four years.

Supervisory education and/or experience preferred.

Special Skills and Competencies

MLS/MT (ASCP) registry required. 

To be eligible to sit for the exam you must have successfully completed a MLS/MT internship.

Membership and active participation in professional organization are desirable.

Self-motivated, detail-oriented individual able to work with minimum supervision.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with other hospital personnel, patients, vendors and service personnel. 

Ability to work on multiple projects at one time and flexibility to meet department needs.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.