• Medical Lab Tech

    UnityPoint Health (Marshalltown, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Laboratory

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

    + Department: Laboratory

    + Shift: 1830-0700 5 on 5 off, 2 on 2 off

    + Job ID: 165947

     

    Overview

     

    UnityPoint Health - Marshalltown Hospital

     

    Full Time; 1830-0700 5 on-5 off, 2 on-2 off

     

    The Medical Laboratory Technician position is responsible for performing laboratory tests and analyses in the hematology, blood bank, special chemistry, chemistry and microbiology departments in the laboratory. Associate must present record of certification to the Laboratory Director within 1 year of employment and/or within 90 days of expiration of MLT/CLA certification.

     

    The Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine laboratory testing, laboratory specimen collection and is responsible for quality control and regular maintenance of laboratory equipment.

     

    Qualifies as testing personnel under Federal Register 493.1489

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    Clinical Excellence

     

    + Performs routine lab testing in hematology, blood bank, special chemistry, chemistry and microbiology departments following proper laboratory procedure and follow up of critical lab values.

    + Other duties as assigned

     

    Quality of Care

     

    + Performs and verifies quality control and instrument maintenance and troubleshooting

     

    Care Coordination

     

    + Collect, receive and process laboratory samples and send outs following proper laboratory procedures

     

    Employee Development

     

    + Assists in teaching students and new employees principles and procedures of laboratory testing

     

    Inventory/Supply Coordination

     

    + Perform inventory management and other miscellaneous tasks as needed

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Associate degree AND

    + Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science OR

    + Qualify as Testing Personnel under Federal Register Sec 493.1489

    + MLT-ASCP or CLA (non-regulatory)

    Preferred:

    + Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.