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IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER

Medical Technologist or MLT - Full Time

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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.

$66,368 / year median in Louisiana

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors. Currently, we are looking for a full-time Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) . The MT or MLT is responsible for the professional application of the principles, theories, and techniques of medical technology necessary to produce reliable results to aid the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and maintaining skills in manual and automated testing of moderate and high complexity in all sections of the laboratory. Schedule will consist of 7 days on and 7 days off. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Runs lab tests in all sections of laboratory Results lab tests by reviewing and approving through LIS interface Conducts routine LIS operations: ordering lab tests; check for pending lab tests frequently Teaches MLT students Participates in PI studies as needed Appropriate documentation where required QC and troubleshooting Reagent changes and calibrations Instrument and equipment maintenance, record keeping, patient result review, QC review, as delegated MT oversees MLTs, Lab Assistants, Phlebotomists and students MLT oversees Lab Assistants, Phlebotomists and students Education, Licenses and/or
Certification:
MT - Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry or Biological Science is required MLT - Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology is required Certification as Medical Technologist by ASCP or AMT Current license as Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Generalist with the
LSBME Experience:
MT minimum of twelve (12) months internship through a school of Medical Technology or previous MLT training and/or experience MLT minimum of six (6) months of clinical training through an approved MLT training hospital or previous MLT experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of testing of waived, moderate, and high complexity in the following disciplines: General Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Therapeutic Drugs, Toxicology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, Parasitology, Serology, and Microbiology Must possess analytical computer skills and knowledge of laboratory workflow Some knowledge of word processing Must work efficiently, unsupervised, and is expected to exercise independent judgment Proficiency in using the Laboratory Information System, and for complying with all regulatory requirements, including C ollege of American Pathologists (CAP) and Joint Commission (TJC). The MT will participate in proficiency testing. The MT may have additional delegated responsibilities.: The MLT is responsible for maintaining skills in manual and automated testing of moderate and high complexity in all sections of the laboratory, which include chemistry, hematology and coag, urinalysis, microbiology, blood bank, and immunology. Responsible for following QC and QA protocols; is responsible for computer skills, proficiency in using the Laboratory Information System, and for abiding by all regulatory requirements including C ollege of American Pathologists (CAP) and Joint Commission (TJC) . The MLTs work is subject to secondary review by an MT, and may have additional delegated tasks at any time. The MLT will participate in proficiency testing.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS
Great medical benefit plan Early access to earned wages Participation in robust state pension plan Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Other Retirement and Savings