Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Summary
Under limited supervision, performs various clinical laboratory procedures. To meet department needs, may be assigned to a particular laboratory section(s) or to a position as a generalist working in all sections.

Your best life. Our one purpose.

At MercyOne, we work continuously to inspire one another and are dedicated to do what is right. Our colleagues are proud to go the extra mile.

What we offer:

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Sign-on Bonus available
• Retirement planning
• Long- and short-term leave
• Paid time off
• Education reimbursement
• Life insurance coverage
• Wellness programs
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision

What you will do:

• Assists LIS Coordinator with design and validation of new and/or revised test development in the laboratory information system.
• Follows protocol related to Critical Values, Delta Checks, or reporting notations. Contacts appropriate healthcare providers/personnel with regard to results and for clarification of requests or other routine problems regarding specimens and/or test requests.
• Strives to be a good steward of reagents, supplies, and disposables.
• Is capable of troubleshooting routine instrument problems and contacting technical support to resolve issues.
• Is able to direct a code, when applicable to assigned laboratory location.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of unusual problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions and quality control aberrations, in accordance with section policy or procedure.
• Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures
• Actively participates in department meetings, committees, conferences, and in services.
• Adheres to established policy and procedure when performing laboratory testing, quality control, and verifying and reporting results.
• Calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section to which assigned. Is competent to calibrate instruments and perform correlation studies on new lots of reagents.
• Is proficient in computer operation and LIS procedures. Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. PathNet, PowerChart, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lawson Supply Chain, etc.).
• Participates in CAP Proficiency Testing.
• Prepares standards, reagents and other materials used in testing.
• Is skilled in Specimen Acquisition, to include Arterial collections.
• Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrences utilizing established lines of authority, and assists in identifying ways to resolve variances or unacceptable outcomes.
• Reviews daily QC documentation, troubleshoots and reports shifts, trends, or abnormal outcomes to the appropriate lab authority.
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement, Quality Assurance, and Continuing Education initiatives.
• Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when working with Bio-hazardous materials. Maintains a clean, safe work environment at all times.
• Adheres to Laboratory Safety P&P for related to spills and/or exposures.
• Actively participates in internal accreditation/inspection preparation and processes (CAP, AABB, JCAHO, NACCLS, etc.)
• Actively participates in the training, orientation, and education of staff and students.
• Consistently demonstrates service excellence and team building skills.

What we are looking for:

• BA or BS degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or health-related science. Ongoing education, training and certification may be required to meet prevailing regulatory requirements.
• Must meet CLIA 493.1489 standards for high complexity testing.
• MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) certification or certification eligible preferred.

MLT

• Required to complete laboratory related continued education to maintain certification.
• Associate degree, certification or college degree required. MLT (ASCP) or CLT (NCA) certification or certification eligible preferred. In lieu of certification, would consider a minimum of two years of college with science courses (two years of related hospital experience would be considered the equivalent of one year of college).
• Must meet CLIA 493.1489 standards for high complexity testing.
• A specific related accredited course in a clinical laboratory would be equivalent to one year of college.

Why MercyOne Western Iowa?

MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center, a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area – one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons – and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.

About MercyOne and Trinity Health

We are MercyOne: a connected system of health care facilities and services dedicated to helping you and your community live your best life so you can get well—and stay well. With 420 care locations, our clinics, medical centers and affiliates are never too far from home, allowing us to improve the lives of individuals and communities across the state of Iowa and beyond. MercyOne Western Iowa is a member of Trinity Health

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

About Western Iowa

The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.

Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully-renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.

Our Mission defines us:

MercyOne serves with fidelity to the Gospel as a compassionate, healing ministry of Jesus Christ to transform the health of our communities.

Our timeless Values guide us:

• Justice
• Stewardship
• Integrity
• Commitment to the Poor
• Compassion
• Reverence
• Excellence

MercyOne Cultural Beliefs direct us:

• Be ONE: I benefit from and strengthen MercyOne.
• Personalize Care: Your experience. My responsibility.
• Innovate: I imagine and embrace bold new ideas to revolutionize health.
• Own It!: I own my actions to deliver our key results.
• Improve Daily: I make improvements every day for those we serve including each other.

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.