Job Description
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
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 responsiblefor the technicalprocedures, instrument operationandQC managementfor specific areasin 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 monitorsapplicableQC programand 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.
- Develops, maintains, and monitors an inventory control and ordering system. Prepares reagents in prescribed manner.
- Participates in the evaluation of new procedures, equipment and methods.
- Responds immediately to instrument problems in thedepartmentwith appropriate action. Key interface to vendor for technical problems.
- Following established standard work practices and using established safety precautions, collects blood specimensutilizing the appropriatetechniquewith patients of all age groups
- Accurately identifies patients prior to collection of specimens using two patient identifiers and accurately labelingin the presence of the patient as established by laboratory policy.
- Maintainsrequireddepartmentconfidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
- Knows each job thoroughly and trainscolleaguesin section to follow established standard work practices. Monitors/audits for compliance and instructscolleagueswhen non-compliance occurs
- Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting proceduresand treatments.
- Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth anddevelopment andparticipates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
- Communicates with and performs duties following the philosophy of MercyOne North IowaMedical Center and the Sisters of Mercy reflecting the organization’s Mission, Values, and Culture Beliefs
- Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
- Performs other responsibilities as requested by supervisor, manager or department head.
- Develops and maintains the technical procedure manuals of thedepartment Performs annual procedure review. Ensures a document control system is in place and all are in compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
- Maintains the Preventative Maintenance program forthe departmentand ensures corrective action is taken as necessary.
- Manages and maintains the proficiency survey program in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Updates the lab computer system database and validates the system overlays.
- AssistLaboratory Technical Managerin developing the section specific competency tools.
- Serves as technical resource person for the Regional Lab Manager, Regional Lab Technical Consultant and Pathologist.
- Performs comparison studies on procedures based on precision, accuracy, linearity and cost comparison.
- Performs other responsibilities as requested by Lab Leadership.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 0600-1430 with the potential for weekend or holiday rotation
General Requirements:
- 1. Bachelor's in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or
- biological science degree is required or qualifies as an MT under the CLIA high
- complexity testing personnel qualifications. Educational transcript required forverification.
- 1. Must have demonstrated competence as a tech for a minimum offouryears, preferably at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
- 2. Supervisory education and/or experience preferred.
Special Skills and Competencies
- MLS/MT (ASCP) registry required or completed within two years of hire.
- 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 timeand flexibility to meet department needs
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
