Medical Laboratory Technician

Allina Health
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Nov 07, 2024
Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: November 06, 2024 Department: 72006320 Central Lab Core Lab Shift: Permanent Nights (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: SEIU-9-Central Lab Weekend Rotation: Every 3rd Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: Position is for the Central Lab and will cross train in the following departments: Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Specimen Management and/or Sendouts. 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week period) Work hours: 10:00 PM-6:30 AM (weekdays and weekends) Every third weekend rotation SEIU-represented, benefit-eligible position Job Description: Performs routine medical laboratory testing and is trained in one or more of the following areas of the laboratory: reception/registration, phlebotomy, specimen collection/processing, and analytical testing departments. May perform manual and automated waived, moderate, and high complexity testing. May serve as a trainer for students and new employees in work areas. Principle Responsibilities Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures. Follows all federal regulations including CAP, OSHA, COLA, CLIA, and HIPAA. Customer service and patient order management. Evaluates and manages patient orders for completeness and follows up as needed. Performs scheduling, ordering, and releasing patient's orders in the electronic medical record. Collection and processing of specimens following standardized system protocols. Reviews orders, verifies patient identification and uses appropriate collection methods to obtain samples for testing. Maintains Education, Regulatory, and Safety measures Participates in the training of employees and students. CLIA Defined Responsibilities: * 493.1425 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Moderate complexity. * 493.1495 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Participates in departmental or system wide meetings, projects, or committees as required. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree in a related laboratory field including clinical rotations or equivalent routes Preferred Qualifications Laboratory or Medical Laboratory experience Licenses/Certifications ASCP or AMT laboratory certification preferred. If not currently certified, must obtain certification within 180 days of hire Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently