Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.Up to $7,500 Sign-On BonusFull Time NightsThis will be 7p-7a with a weekend rotationSummaryMedical Lab Technicians (MLT) assist physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients. Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to make appropriate determinations.Essential Job Functions• Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests.• Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.• Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.• Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.• Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.• Assist with training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures.• Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).• Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.• Assists with inventory control.This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationMLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)EducationMust have one of the following:Associates, Medical Lab TechnologyCompleted at least 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agencyCompleted a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten yearsWork Experience2 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)TrainingNoneSkillsActive ListeningService OrientationCoordinationVerbal and Written CommunicationProblem SolvingCustomer ServiceOrganizationTime ManagementData EntryMicrosoft OfficeTelephone SkillsLab Information SystemsLaboratory Diagnostic TestsAnalyze dataLaboratory equipmentQuality assurance and controlChemistryBiologyPhlebotomyPatient careWorking ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuseMay be required to use physical restraintsMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*May have periods of constant interruptionsRequired to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditionsProlonged periods of working alone* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.Additional Physical Requirements/HazardsManual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workHear alarms/telephone/audio recorderReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearDepth perceptionUse of latex productsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposureMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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