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UnityPoint Health

Medical Technologist-MT or MLS

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What they do

A Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes within a medical laboratory or healthcare facility. Perform complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. Looks for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, tests for drug levels in the blood to show how a patient is responding to treatment.

$75,091 / year median in Iowa

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Medical Technologist-MT or MLS UnityPoint Health - 3.5 Sioux City, IA Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications Computer operation Customer communication English Cultural competency Bachelor's degree Productivity software
Full Job Description Overview:
UnityPoint-St Luke's Full-Time Overnights 9pm -7am & Every 3rd Weekend 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.
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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 compromised Assists 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 required. 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