Medical Laboratory Technician I (Post Falls, ID)

Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. Our team of expert pathologists believe in a collaborative approach to patient care centered on outstanding quality diagnostics and service to the Northwest medical community. Not only do we bolster our community, but we also provide numerous resources to our employees which help bring balance to the complexities of work and personal life through our wellness programs. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Incyte Diagnostics could be a great next career step!

Location: NWSH, in Post Falls, ID

Schedule: Monday Friday 0600-1430 (rotational weekends & holidays)

$23.12 - $32.37 USD Hourly

Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) performs waived and/or moderately complex clinical laboratory tests and analyses of human blood, urine, and other body fluids to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease and injury: specific areas of accountability may include one or more of the following disciplines: prenatal blood tests, chemistry/immunoassay, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis. Perform phlebotomy draws as needed.

You Will:

• Proficient with Clinical Laboratory Assistant II duties.
• Operate and maintain standard lab instruments and equipment.
• Perform, analyze, interprete, and confirm tests.
• Perform some manual testing.
• Report test results by electronic systems.
• Monitor, control and assess ongoing test conditions, specimen quality, chemical and biologic reactions, and instrument function.
• Correlate quantitative, biochemical, physiologic and morphologic data to verify results.
• Strive proficient with new analyzers and procedures.
• Ensure the accuracy of test results based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, and quality assurance.
• Follow all safety and blood-borne pathogen/infection control guidelines and regulations for specimen handling and chemical use.
• Keep current on regulatory requirements.
• Participate in committees and task forces as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent and present proof to one of the following:
  • 50-week military training as a Medical Lab Specialist, or
  • Documentation of training appropriate to testing performed. Training must assure skills for:
    • specimen collection, labeling, preparation, etc.
    • implementing laboratory procedures
    • performing assigned tests
    • conducting preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration
    • knowledge of reagent stability and storage
    • implementing quality control (QC) procedures
    • knowledge of factors influencing test results
    • validating patient test results with QC before reporting
  • Associates degree in medical laboratory technology or laboratory science, preferred

Skills and Abilities

• 3+ years of full-time acceptable clinical laboratory assistant II experience in Chemistry/Immunoassay, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Banking, Serology, Microbiology, and/or Clinical Microscopy
• Perform phlebotomy draws, as needed
• Familiarity with Quality programs, processes, and tools
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with various levels of .management and Laboratory and Hospital professions
• Self-directed, open to new learning experiences: ability to multitask while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment while maintaining quality and efficiency

Incyte Diagnostics is EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package* which includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and disability benefits, a retirement plan, paid holidays, PTO/vacation benefits, and floating holidays. Compensation is commensurate with experience and/or education. Full benefit details can be found here: https://www.incytediagnostics.com/about/benefits/ *The benefits package offered is dependent upon the FTE and employment status.

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