MED LAB TECH, CERTIFIED

Shift:8 days on/6 days off 9:00p-7:30a (Call & Holiday rotation with other staff)
Department: Labs - UH Chemistry/Hematology/Coag
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $22 - $34.74 per hour, based on experience

* Shift Differentials: Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift

* Choose Between Sign-On Bonus -OR- Retention Rewards

o Sign-On Bonus: $10,000

o Retention Rewards: Up to $15,000

* Relocation Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away

* Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000

* Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000

o Note: Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician, Certified, eager to make a meaningful impact in patient care. As a crucial member of our team, you will assist medical technologists in conducting a diverse array of laboratory tests, ensuring accurate results that aid physicians in diagnosing and treating patients effectively. We value proactive problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality control. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment, continuously seeking opportunities to innovate and improve laboratory procedures. Join us at MU Health Care, where your expertise will shape the future of healthcare delivery.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Perform chemical, bacteriological, serological, or microscopic laboratory test procedures on specimens in one laboratory section.

Perform quality control to ensure proper functioning of instrumentation reagents, and procedures.

Recognize instrument malfunctions and abnormal test results and take corrective action.

Calibrate, standardize, and maintain instruments following established procedures. Prepare reagents, standards, and controls according to prescribed procedures.

Validate, review, and report results of tests performed.

Assist in training students and new staff members in laboratory tests and procedures.

Perform tests requiring routine and/or complex instrumentation such as optical, photometric, fluorometric, electronic, automated, and scintillation.

Research and develop new medical laboratory procedures as assigned.

Dispose of or properly handle biological, radioactive, and/or hazardous waste in a manner that is consistent with laboratory, university, state, and federal government policy.

Participate in the ordering activities for supplies, materials, and equipment as needed. Perform related work as assigned.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), or other MLT certifying agencies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and may require ambulating, remaining in a stationary position and positioning self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 lbs. and occasionally move objects up to 25 lbs.

This role may also routinely come into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.