IA\MercyOne North Iowa

13 weeks
36 hrs/wk
Nights
Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Department/Subsidiary: Laboratory/Core/
Medical Technologist - Y0213 Microbiology

Effective Date: January 2022 Job Code - Y0213

JOB SUMMARY
Performs laboratory testing, verifying results using knowledge of principles, QC, and instruments and interprets results based on physiology. Recognizes and solves problems using skills and technical knowledge.

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY
A. Reports to: Laboratory Technical Manager
B. Supervises: None
C. Key Working Relationships: Laboratory Staff and Pathologists
D. Primary Customer Groups: Patients and their families, General Public, Medical Staff, Hospital Staff, and Regional Laboratory clients
E. Age/Population of Patients Served:

Neonatal Adolescent Geriatric
Pediatric Adult X All Ages

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Performs and reports all assigned tests with expected precision and accuracy and obtains blood or other body fluid from patients.
B. Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements.
C. Records all required quality control results.
D. Maintains, calibrates, and repairs equipment with accurate records of services.
E. Performs all duties and responsibilities as outlined in CLIA regulations.
F. Maintains and appropriate inventory of supplies in the assigned area. Prepares reagents or media in prescribed manner.
G. Participates in the evaluation of new procedures, equipment and methods.
H. Set up cultures, read gram stains, and perform rapid kit testing in Microbiology.
I. Following established standard work practices and using established safety precautions, collects blood specimens utilizing the appropriate venipuncture, capillary fingerstick or heelstick technique with patients of all age groups including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
J. Accurately identifies patients prior to collection of specimens using two patient identifiers and accurately labeling the specimens in the presence of the patient as established by laboratory policy.
K. Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
L. Knows each job thoroughly and trains colleagues in section to follow established standard work practices. Monitors/audits for compliance and instructs colleagues when non-compliance occurs
M. Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments.
N. Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
O. Communicates with and performs duties following the philosophy of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center and the Sisters of Mercy reflecting the organization's Mission, Values, and Guiding Behaviors.
P. Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
Q. Performs other responsibilities as requested by manager or department head.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
A. Participates in Process Excellence activities.
B. Sign off on new staff competency-based orientation.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education:
1. Bachelor's in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or
biological science degree is required or qualifies as an MT under the CLIA high complexity
testing personnel qualifications.
B. Experience:
1. Previous experience is preferred.
C. Special Skills and Competencies
1. MLS/MT (ASCP) registry required or completed within two years of hire.
2. Membership and active participation in professional organization are desirable.
3. Must have the ability to work flexible hours.
4. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with other hospital personnel, patients, vendors and service personnel.
5. Completes the following mandatory courses (check all that apply).

X Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status. **Microbiology staff, PRN and contract employees who are not performing phlebotomy are not required to have BLS
NA Completes Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 5 years.
NA Completes Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
NA Completes Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
NA Completes Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
NA Completes MANDT Training within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.
NA Completes Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.

Motor Vehicle:
_____ Mercy Vehicle [select this for positions required to drive a Mercy owned Vehicle]
• If required to operate Mercy vehicle, will need to have proof of and maintain valid driver's license on file with Human Resources.
• Note any special licenses or requirements for Mercy vehicle operation (i.e. CDL)

_____ Personal Vehicle [ select this for positions where colleagues are required to drive on a daily or weekly basis, other than to/from work]
• If required to operate personal vehicle, will need to have proof of and maintain valid driver's license and adequate insurance coverage on file with Human Resources

__x___ N/A [all others]
• All colleagues, who may drive on occasion for their job, are required to carry the minimum State of Iowa required car insurance on their personal vehicle and have a valid driver's license. Compliance with occasional driving requirements are the responsibility of the colleague and will not be monitored by Human Resources. However colleagues could be asked to show proof of insurance or driver's license as a requirement for employment.

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
A. (List machines, tools and equipment that serve a major function of the job, use group titles of equipment, identify unique or specialized equipment.)
• Analytical Lab instruments • Computer • Telephone • Phlebotomy and equipment carts
• Microscope • Barcode Scanners • Plasma Microwave • Pneumatic Tube Station
• Pipettes • Centrifuges • Cell Washer • Phlebotomy Supplies
• Handheld Collection Manager • Heavy equipment/box lift • Vortexer • Biological Safety Hood