Med Tech-Microbiology Laboratory

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Med Tech-Microbiology Laboratory','Full-time','Professional Clinical/Allied Health','Day','Day','80','80','Every Third','Every Third','IOWA-DES MOINES-MERCY MEDICAL CENTER','','!*!GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs tests and procedures in assigned sections,
including those which require exercise of independent judgment and responsibility
with minimum supervision.  Independently
performs qualitative and quantitative tests, following established guidelines
and predetermined criteria.  Identifies
problems that may adversely affect test performance and/or results and uses
knowledge, critical thinking skills, and judgment to troubleshoot and resolve
them.  May be assigned to assume the
duties of a charge technologist.

 

 

ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:

Performs complex laboratory procedures utilized
for the diagnosis and treatment of disease as appropriate for patient age to
include neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric adults;
recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems
using scientific principles.Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments
concerning the results, and takes appropriate action to maintain test accuracy
and precision.Assists and supports quality management systems
and performance improvement initiatives. Utilizes LEAN principles/productivity
standards.Performs preventive maintenance and basic
troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment.Works independently, organizing work to meet
established deadlines and records. Performs new instrument or procedure
implementation and training.Maintains supply inventories.Trains new employees and acts as a preceptor for
medical laboratory science students.Operates laboratory information systems,
personal computers, and instrument-related computer software.

















 

 

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Serves on hospital and laboratory committees as requested
by supervisor/manager.Performs
supervisory functions as delegated by supervisor/manager.Acts as technical resource for the client services and
specimen processing areas.Provides assistance to other laboratory team
members','!*! 

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or in
Chemistry, Biology, or related field. One-year clinical internship in a National
Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited clinical
laboratory science program or approved alternate career path that meets
certification eligibility requirements. Certification in one of the following: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical
Technologist (MT) by
the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)  Medical Technologist (MT) by the American
Medical Technologists (AMT) Medical Technologist (MT) by the American Association
of Bioanalysts (AAB).A person may be hired into this position if he/she has
completed the educational requirements and is eligible for the certification
exam. The exam must be successfully completed within six (6) months of hire.












','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0143342','Mercy Medical Center','Med Tech-Microbiology Laboratory

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