Medical Laboratory Technician

Janesville, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Its more than a career its a calling.

WI-SSM Health St. Marys Hospital - Janesville

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

This is a full time Medical Laboratory Technician position for St. Marys Hospital in Janesville. Additional duties include phlebotomy specimen processing and waived testing. The schedule is primarily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and flexing to 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and includes a weekend and holiday rotation.

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager Non-Certified Lab Technicians perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses in a dedicated laboratory department (Microbiology Chemistry Hematology or Molecular) using established procedures and protocols. Performs chemical microscopic and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients. Must have applicable training if working across multiple interdependent departments in the laboratory.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
Assesses specimens for correct handling and quality.
Confirms the accuracy of test results and reports findings to physicians.
Operates complex electronic equipment computers and precision instruments.
Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
Performs periodic maintenance and assists with the calibration of instruments.
Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials.
Maintains competencies and continuing education to keep informed of new developments in field.
Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Associates degree in Chemical or Biological Science

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent sitting standing walking reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms malfunctioning machinery etc.
Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional bending stooping kneeling squatting twisting and gripping.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Rare climbing.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

None

Department:

Laboratory

Work Shift:

Variable Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options:our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned unpaid base pay(fees may apply)before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage:we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

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Its more than a career its a calling.WI-SSM Health St. Marys Hospital - JanesvilleWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:This is a full time Medical Laboratory Technician position for St. Marys Hospital in Janesville. Additional duties include phlebotomy specimen processing and waived testing. The schedu...