What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) 0.9 FTE Medical Lab Tech (MLT) 0.9 1277 position at Mitchell County Regional Health Center?
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician
About The Job:
Join a Laboratory where caring for our customers and our team is at the heart of all we do. We support a culture of compassion, teamwork, and innovation. A laboratory professional applies technical knowledge to specimen collection, laboratory testing, and clinical relevance. Must be able to multitask, function in a self-directed manner, and exhibit complex problem-solving skills.
Performs all routine and complex lab tests. Confirms and verifies results using knowledge of techniques, principles and instruments. Correlates and interprets results based on knowledge of physiological conditions. Recognizes problems, identifies causes and determines solution where no preset criteria are available. Monitors Q.A. problems. Evaluates and implements new methods and instruments.
What We Need from You:
MLT: Associate degree in science required. Board of Registry MLT(ASCP) certificate required or obtained within 6 months of hire. Membership and active participation in professional organization desirable. Previous experience is preferred. Must demonstrate competence in BLS within 6 months in position by obtaining certification.
MLS: Bachelor's degree in science required. Board of Registry MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire. Membership and active participation in professional organization desirable. Previous experience is preferred. Must demonstrate competence in BLS within 6 months in position by obtaining certification.
The Pay: Pay is based on previous experience; base rate starts at $23.30 (MLT) or $26.75 (MLS)
The Hours: 0.9 FTE (72 hours in a 2 week pay period) Shifts worked are Sunday- Saturday with Holidays
This position reports to the Laboratory Director and is responsible for performing all routine and complex Lab tests. With adequate orientation and supervision, performs more complex lab tests. Confirms and verifies results using knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments. Correlates and interpret results based on knowledge of physiological conditions. Monitors Q.A. procedures within preset parameters. Recognizes and solves problems using skills and technical knowledge.
What We Give:
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive starting wage
- Student Loan Assistance program available
- Health, Dental and Life Insurance
- State of Iowa Pension Plan (IPERS)
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Free use of on-site gym
- Cafeteria Discounts
- Optometry and Orthotic Discounts
- Professional Development Opportunities
Who We Are:
Mitchell County Regional Health Center is in Osage, Iowa located in Mitchell County, which has a population of 10,600 people. MCRHC is a 25-bed critical access hospital, including a Level 4 Trauma Center Emergency Room seeing 3,200 visits annually. The Surgical Services department performs over 1,300 procedures annually, including specialties General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Urology, Ophthalmology, Pain management, and Podiatry.
Come practice in a family-orientated, patient focused organization where your skills and knowledge are appreciated and valued!
The Legal Items:
Reference Checks-Pre-Offer
Post offer drug screen is required.
Background Check-Post Offer Acceptance
Pre-Employment Screening Post offer acceptance
MCRHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Verification of required vaccinations at offer acceptance. MMR, Tetanus and Varicella.
Salary : $23 - $27
