Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician I - Laboratory - Full-time

Company: Providence Medical Center, Nebraska
Location: Wayne
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

Work Status: Full-time - 40 Hours per weekShift Details: Monday through Friday - Rotating Weekends and Holidays - On-CallDepartment: LaboratoryJob Summary We are looking for a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician/Medical Technologist to perform routine and special laboratory tests with a focus on accuracy, quality control, and compliance with safety protocols. This role involves performing a variety of laboratory functions, from test analysis to equipment maintenance, while ensuring that results are accurately reported and communicated to healthcare providers.Key Responsibilities--- Laboratory Testing:--- Perform routine and special tests in hematology, chemistry, serology, blood bank, urinalysis, bacteriology, parasitology, and coagulation.--- Assist with bone marrow and fine needle aspirate procedures.--- Recognize test inconsistencies and take corrective actions, seeking help from senior staff when necessary.--- Communicate critical test results promptly to physicians or nurses.--- Quality Control & Calibration:--- Run quality control tests and maintain accurate records.--- Take corrective action when quality control results fall outside acceptable limits.--- Perform routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot lab instruments.--- Document actions taken to resolve issues and report unresolved problems to the Director.--- General Laboratory Support:--- Perform specimen collection and processing as needed.--- Support the operation of the clinical lab in the absence of the Director.--- Ensure safety, cleanliness, and efficient operation of the laboratory.--- Assist in inventory control and supply requisition.--- Participate in quality assurance activities.--- Cover emergency call as needed.--- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Laboratory Services.Competencies--- Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, procedures, and techniques.--- Basic knowledge of various specialty laboratory fields (e.g., blood typing, testing, cross-matching).--- Familiar with anatomy, physics, and principles of equipment operation.--- Ability to handle and send specimens to reference labs.--- Strong communication skills and patient care knowledge.Qualifications--- Education:--- Minimum of an associate's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science.--- ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized certification preferred.--- Categorical certification will restrict the individual to the discipline in which the certification is held.Why Join Providence Medical Center?--- Competitive salary and benefits package.--- Opportunity for growth and professional development.--- Join a collaborative team dedicated to quality patient care.

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