Medical Laboratory Technician

Job Details Department: 60350 WI ACL Laboratories - WI Central Lab: Core Lab Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours per Week: 40 Schedule Details: 2200-0630 M-F night 1 in 3 weekends. 2-3 holidays/yr $5,000 sign-on bonus available Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.95 Responsibilities Perform laboratory testing of biological specimens in an acute setting using manual or automated techniques. Use independent judgment and cognitive skills to report timely and accurate laboratory results. Perform, evaluate, and monitor laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols; select and perform additional procedures when indicated. Monitor workflow and make necessary adjustments to complete work in a timely manner. Evaluate results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness; follow prescribed policy in reporting and notification. Perform and document calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment; recognize indicators of malfunction and implement appropriate corrections. Perform, document and review quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol; take corrective action when indicated. Ascertain that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing; collect specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to protocol. Provide general direction, training, competency review, and technical assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff; assist in development of educational protocols; instruct students, residents, and new team members as assigned. Assist in improving quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes; ensure compliance with accrediting agency standards, supporting CAP regulatory requirements in an acute setting. Perform internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples. Perform specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry; support disease‑specific accreditations by meeting turnaround time goals. Provide direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results for critical care departments such as the ED, ICU and OR during high acuity events; include transfusion services, attending codes, testing on irretrievable samples, tissue grinding and gram stains, mass casualty procedures, and mass transfusion procedures. Licenses & Certifications Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) to be obtained within 1 year, or Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) to be obtained within 1 year. Degrees Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field. Required Functional Experience No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment. Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Benefits Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr