Medical Laboratory Scientist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview Provides patient care by collecting and

processing samples and performing clinical laboratory procedures. Work

at other Mercy facilities performing the same functions, as required.

Work alternate shifts, weekends and holidays as needed to adequately

provide services. Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Experience a rewarding and fulfilling career with Mercyhealth.

Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work.

Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon: Employee

engagement, empowerment and growth Teamwork toward our common goal -

providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making

lives better An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades

throughout the organizationd. Responsibilities Essential Duties and

Responsibilities Utilize the Information System to receive patients,

order and collect samples, result tests, answer questions from nurses

and physicians, document quality control activities and produce reports

required to perform job tasks. Confirms accuracy of patient sample

identification prior to performing analyses; evaluates specimen quality

and identifies when unacceptable. Documents information concerning

quality of specimen, impact of sub-optimal specimens on test values.

Initiates recollection procedure as indicated. Perform waived, moderate

and high complexity lab tests as defined by CLIA in the lab specialties

of hematology, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank or microbiology by

automated and manual methods according to defined policies and

procedures. Analyze test results prior to release of information to

chart for validity and accuracy. Recognizes subtle yet significant

problems which occur with testing methodologies. Troubleshoots suspect

test results using technical knowledge and experience. Implements

corrective action when inaccurate, inappropriate

findings/results/reports are identified. Performs high complexity tests

such as bone marrow, sperm morphology, etc. Assure that designated

turnaround times for results are met and that critical results are

appropriately reported and documented. Perform quality control and

proficiency testing procedures as defined by policy. Interpret and

troubleshoot quality control results to ensure accurate and precise test

results. Perform preventative maintenance, advanced troubleshooting and

calibration of laboratory instrumentation. Participate in method and

instrument evaluation and implementation. Investigates/resolves

technical issues. Participates on interdepartmental committees or teams.

Participates in teaching students and training new partners. Completes

and signs off on competency checklists for techs. Develops updates and

procedures as\... For full info follow application link.

EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity

employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/7DA0152A1D974DC1