Med Technologist : Hematology : FT (Days) - (Des Moines, IA)

Position classification: Regular Scheduled Hours per two week Pay Period: 80 Primary Location: IA : DES MOINES : MERCY MEDICAL CENTER GENERAL SUMMARY : Acts as technical details resource for Mercy Clinical Laboratory. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and/or results and uses knowledge, critical thinking skills, and judgment to troubleshoot and resolve them. May be assigned to assume the duties of a charge technologist. Performs tasks and procedures specific to assigned department with minimal supervision. KEY FUNCTIONS : Uses educational and technical ability to troubleshoot issues related to specimen quality, instrument/method performance and analytical interferences to ensure patient results match clinical status. Assists and supports quality management systems and performance improvement initiatives. Utilizes LEAN principles/productivity standards. Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines and records. Maintains supply inventories.