Prime Healthcare
Medical Lab Tech II - SJJIL Clinical Lab
Prime Healthcare, Joliet, Illinois, United States, 60432
Responsibilities
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) can perform waived, highly and moderately complex testing, as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489). Must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.
Adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
Follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures and document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from performance specifications.
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify the immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director.
Perform waived or highly and moderately complex laboratory procedures using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, and Immunology.
Perform and document maintenance—daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed—on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
Review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting.
Recognize age‑specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics.
Ensure that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and prohibit collaboration with other laboratories prior to reporting proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies.
Perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics.
Assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures.
Adhere to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.
In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned or identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during the shift.
Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
Qualifications
Current and valid state license if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.
Associate’s degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.
Three years of hospital laboratory work experience required.
Pay Transparency Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $19.95 to $28.89. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well‑being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Employment Status Full Time | Shift: Evenings | Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) can perform waived, highly and moderately complex testing, as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489). Must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.
Adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
Follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures and document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from performance specifications.
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify the immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director.
Perform waived or highly and moderately complex laboratory procedures using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, and Immunology.
Perform and document maintenance—daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed—on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
Review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting.
Recognize age‑specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics.
Ensure that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and prohibit collaboration with other laboratories prior to reporting proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies.
Perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics.
Assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures.
Adhere to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.
In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned or identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during the shift.
Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
Qualifications
Current and valid state license if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.
Associate’s degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.
Three years of hospital laboratory work experience required.
Pay Transparency Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $19.95 to $28.89. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well‑being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Employment Status Full Time | Shift: Evenings | Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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