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St Luke's Hospital / Unity Point Medical Technologist in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa
NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION UNDER THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABORS PERMANENT LABOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
An application concerning the employment of one or more alien workers for the following permanent position will be filed with the Department of Labor (for non-schedule A positions) or with the Department of Homeland Security (for schedule A positions). This Notice of Filing will be posted for 10 consecutive business days, ending between 30 and 180 days before filing the permanent labor certification application.
POSITION TITLE: Medical Technologist
POSITION DUTIES:
Supports clinical testing with such duties as slide preparation and staining, microbiologyset up and plating, reagent prep, instrument loading and quality control. Performs CLIAwaived, moderate and high complexity testing for medical and legal chain of custodysamples in accordance with manufacturer specifications using good laboratory practice.Works efficiently with the workflow and workload. Performs and documents routineinstrument function verification, quality control and maintenance. Troubleshoots,resolves, and documents non-routine instrument issues; contacts service as needed.Assists with document control activities including technical and non-technical procedurewriting and periodic reviews. Greets everyone with a pleasant and professional manner,using patient experience best practice guidelines (AIDET, 5/10 Rule and No-Point, etc.).Identifies patients and samples using two patient identifiers, always labeling samples inthe presence of the patient. Performs medical and legal chain of custody venous andcapillary blood collections independently for patients of all ages within specified safetyparameters, timelines, and pace. Performs sample processing, aliquoting, and preparationfor transport/testing. Utilizes supply items in a cost-effective manner, recognizing whento reorder, and assisting with unpacking and/or restocking items. Achievescomprehensive understanding of lab tests to answer patient questions in an easy tounderstand way. Follows appropriate reporting protocols including critical valuereporting. Monitors test results, recognizing clerical and analytical errors as well as testresults related to questionable sample integrity. Monitors pending logs and work queuesand resolves pending tests and registration errors. Prepares and logs samples for properstorage and retention. As designated and qualified, performs general supervisor andtechnical supervisor functions overseeing workflows, testing personnel and processes inthe absence of on-site manager. Prioritizes work in the best interest of the patient, sharingthe work with team members. Assists with training new employees and students, beinghelpful and supportive in their teaching. Attends department huddles, staff meetings, andother required training. Checks emails regularly for huddle minutes and importantcommunications relevant to assignment. Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values andStandards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliableattendance. Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for theposition. Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA, and otherfederal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. Completes all annual education andcompetency requirements within the calendar year. Is knowledgeable of hospital anddepartment compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g.Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions orconcerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff.Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Bachelors degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science or a directly related field, or equi alent foreign degree. Must be MT or MLS certified or eligible.
RATE OF PAY:$31.02 per hour. The employer will pay or exceed the prevailing wage, as determined by the U.S. Department of Labor.
NAME OF EMPLOYER: St. Lukes Methodist Hospital
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: 1026 A Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
This notice is provided in compliance with 20 CFR 656.10(d). Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the Certifying Officer of the U.S Department of Labor holding jurisdiction over the location of the proposed employment, at the following address:
U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Office of Foreign Labor Certification 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-5311 Washington, DC 20210