Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Position Purpose: 

Performs clinical testing of laboratory specimens to provide accurate and reliable data for clinical assessment of patients. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.

What you will Do: 

Obtains proper specimens for testing.

Performs clinical testing of laboratory specimens and reviews data for clinical correlation.

Performs quality control testing on all analyzers and analytes and interprets results.

Troubleshoots instrumentation and assays.

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit, which may include:

Birth-28 days: Neonate

1-18 Months: Infant

18 Mo-3 Yrs: Toddler

3-6 Yrs: Pre-School Aged

6-12 Yrs: School-Aged

12-18 Yrs: Adolescents

18-65 Yrs: Adults

65+ Yrs: Geriatrics

Hours/Schedule:  

Full Time

40 Hours Per Week

3rd shift

10:30 pm to 7:00 am

Minimum Qualifications:  

Associates Degree: Medical Laboratory Technician program. ASCP eligible and successfully pass certification exam within 6 months of hire or certified Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP. Mandatory Reporter.

•           Intermediate language, intermediate math, high reasoning ability.

•           Personal computer, database software.

•           Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to be highly organized. Ability to work with multiple, simultaneous tasks and in emergency situations.

Position Highlights and Benefits 

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

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

All benefits begin day 1 with no waiting period!

Ministry/Facility Information: 

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments: 

• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center 
• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation 
• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation 

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa. 

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.