Medical Laboratory Technician / Scientist
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Mercy Walworth Hospital and Medical Center

Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT/MLS)

Location: Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced MLT/MLS to perform high complexity testing in hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank, or microbiology using both automated and manual methods. The role involves specimen collection, test analysis, quality control, and reporting results accurately and timely.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect patient specimens and manage sample orders using the Information System.
• Perform lab tests in hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank, or microbiology according to established policies and procedures.
• Analyze and validate test results before releasing information to patient charts.
• Ensure turnaround times for test results are met and critical results are reported and documented appropriately.
• Conduct quality control and proficiency testing, interpret results, and troubleshoot to maintain accuracy.
• Perform preventative maintenance, minor troubleshooting, and calibration of laboratory instruments.
• Participate in method and instrument evaluation and implementation.
• Assist in teaching and training new staff and students.
• Maintain competency in current procedures and acquire skills for new methods.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification.
• At least 1 year of Medical Laboratory Technician experience, including experience within the last year.
• Qualified to perform high complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 standards.