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Up to 6,750 sign-on bonus 0.9 FTE , 72 hours per pay period Hours between 11 pm and 7 am Weekend and holiday rotation Position Overview: The Medical Technologist/Lab Technician (MT/MLT) is responsible for the performance of laboratory services according to established and approved protocols at Winona Health. This includes phlebotomy and the performance of procedures that are defined under CLIA '88 as waived, moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. The MT/MLT is knowledgeable in the technical area(s) to which they are assigned and is expected to resolve technical equipment and procedural problems to completion. The position requires a detail-oriented individual to perform both clerical and technical tasks where problem-solving skills are frequently utilized. The MT/MLT works in partnership with hospital staff in providing lab services, and assists with the teaching/training of lab staff and other hospital staff in laboratory policies/procedures/principles as assigned. The MT/MLT will be required to work in more than one discipline of clinical laboratory work as so requested by leadership. Other areas of accountability include the evaluation and troubleshooting of test system performance (both existing and new), and Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement activities related to lab services. The MT/MLT will work with other hospital staff to efficiently and effectively meet the organization s mission and service standards. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs phlebotomy procedures in compliance with NAACLS standards and established laboratory policies and procedures. Fo?llows universal precautions and assures specimen collection protocols and knowledge of patient effects. Performs moderate and (if applicable) high complexity laboratory testing. Prioritizes work flow, performs multiple analysis in a timely and accurate manner. Documents and reports lab results. Provides all clerical duties necessary to complete test services assigned. Performs test system quality assurance, collates data and evaluates results. Takes corrective actions and documents such when appropriate. Monitors, assesses and troubleshoots test systems. Understands the operation and maintenance of all equipment pertinent to job performance. Reads and interprets documents to include operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Performs required instrumentation maintenance, performance checks, calibration, correction of analytical problems and documentation. Maintains proficiency in all assigned work duties Understands and uses PPD (personal protective devices) appropriately. Maintains a safe work environment and holds self and others accountable for safe work practices. Ensures that work duties are in complete compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards from agencies that review WH. Communicates verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner. Communicates all service issues and concerns to the appropriate individuals. Participates in teaching of students and other health professionals as required. Physical Demands: Light Work Work activities that require lifting up to 20# rarely, 15# occasionally and 10# frequently. Push/pull 20# of frequent basis and 40# on rare basis. Light work generally exceeds the physical demand requirements for those for sedentary work. The work activities may include working in bending or stooping positions on occasional basis and/or rarely squatting or kneeling Physical Requirements: May lift and carry supplies that weigh between 10-15# and max of 20# May push/pull carts on frequent basis with force of 20# (included are laundry carts, office supply carts (Rubbermaid carts=12-15#), vacuum cleaner, meal carts) May occasionally push/pull patients/residents in wheelchair for short distance of less than 25 feet. May assume reaching ranges frequently between vertical heights of 20-36 in either sitting or standing position to complete work activities. Reaching to retrieve items from storage ay require occasional reaching at vertical heights of 18-20 and 40-72 . May assume frequent reaching to the front and side and occasional reaching above shoulder height while working in either sitting or standing positions. May require light to moderate grip or pinch force to complete work activities. Work Environment: Able to multi-task in a fast/medium-paced environment with several unscheduled interruptions. Position requires sitting, walking, and standing for an extended amount of time