JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview Provides patient care by processing samplesand performing clinical laboratory procedures. Work at other Mercyfacilities performing the same functions, as required. Work alternateshifts, weekends and holidays as needed to adequately provide services.Perform other duties and projects as assigned. Collects patientspecimens as needed. Ask us about your sign on bonus eligibility!Responsibilities Utilize the Information System to receive patients,order and collect samples, result tests, answer questions from nursesand physicians, document quality control activities and produce reportsrequired to perform job tasks. Confirms accuracy of patient sampleidentification prior to performing analyses; evaluates specimen qualityand identifies when unacceptable. Documents information concerningquality of specimen, impact of sub-optimal specimens on test values.Initiates recollection procedure as indicated. Perform waived, moderateand high complexity lab tests as defined by CLIA in the lab specialtiesof hematology, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank or microbiology byautomated and manual methods according to defined policies andprocedures. Analyze test results prior to release of information tochart for validity and accuracy. Recognizes subtle yet significantproblems which occur with testing methodologies. Troubleshoots suspecttest results using technical knowledge and experience. Implementscorrective action when inaccurate, inappropriatefindings/results/reports are identified. Performs high complexity testssuch as bone marrow, sperm morphology, etc. Assure that designatedturnaround times for results are met and that critical results areappropriately reported and documented. Perform quality control andproficiency testing procedures as defined by policy. Interpret andtroubleshoot quality control results to ensure accurate and precise testresults. Perform preventative maintenance, advanced troubleshooting andcalibration of laboratory instrumentation. Participate in method andinstrument evaluation and implementation Investigates/resolves technicalissues. Participates on interdepartmental committees or teams.Participates in teaching students and training new partners. Completesand signs off on competency checklists for techs. Develops updates andprocedures as requested. Serves as a resource to inexperienced partners.Performs additional tasks such as scheduling, antibiograms, etc.Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency for newmethods implemented Collects patient specimens as needed. Education andExperience 1.Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology Must bequalified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489Standard; Testing personnel qualifications. 2.Associates degree in...For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy isan equal employment opportunity employer functioning under AffirmativeAction Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:ipc.us/t/9E5632CA02184FF8