Trinity Health
Location
Sioux City, IA | United States
Job description
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Employment Type:
Full Time
Shift:
Days, rotating weekends and holidays
Position Purpose:
Under limited supervision, performs complex lab procedures and assists and supports the Lab Operations Manager in the day-to-day operations as a departmental technical expert. Demonstrates a high level of clinical competence, knowledge, expertise and leadership in at least one department/specialty.
What you will Do:
Is proficient in computer operation and LIS procedures. Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. PathNet, PowerChart, Word, Excel, Lawson Supply Chain, etc.).
Notifies appropriate personnel of unusual problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions and quality control aberrations, in accordance with section policy or procedure.
Is skilled in Specimen Acquisition, including Arterial collections.
Follows protocol related to Critical Values, Delta Checks, or reporting notations. Contacts the appropriate healthcare provider/personnel with regard to results and for clarification of requests or other routine problems that arise regarding specimens and/or test requests.
Calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section to which assigned. Competent to calibrate instruments, perform correlation studies on new lots of reagents, accuracy and precision studies for new procedures..
Prepares standards, reagents and other materials used in testing.
Participates in CAP Proficiency Testing.
Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients.
Is responsible for departmental supply inventory management and strives to be a good steward of reagents, supplies, and disposables.
Minimum Qualifications:
BA or BS degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or health-related science.
Ongoing education, training and certification may be required to meet prevailing regulatory requirements.
Must demonstrate a high level of clinical competence, knowledge, expertise and leadership in at least one department/specialty typically achieved by completing a minimum of five plus years of clinical lab experience.
MercyOne experience preferred.
Must demonstrate competency as a technical expert in a minimum of one laboratory section. Must meet CLIA 493.1489 standards for high complexity testing.
MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) certification preferred.
Position Highlights and Benefits
The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.
Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots, and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
Wellness programs
Education reimbursement
Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
Paid time off
Long- and short-term leave
Retirement planning
Life insurance coverage
Sign-on Bonus
Ministry/Facility Information
MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center ( , a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area – one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons – and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar ( and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital ( in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran
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