Medical Technologist

NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION UNDER THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR’S 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, microbiology set up and plating, reagent prep, instrument loading and quality control. Performs CLIA waived, moderate and high complexity testing for medical and legal chain of custody samples in accordance with manufacturer specifications using good laboratory practice. Works efficiently with the workflow and workload. Performs and documents routine instrument 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 procedure writing 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 in the presence of the patient. Performs medical and legal chain of custody venous and capillary blood collections independently for patients of all ages within specified safety parameters, timelines, and pace. Performs sample processing, aliquoting, and preparation for transport/testing. Utilizes supply items in a cost-effective manner, recognizing when to reorder, and assisting with unpacking and/or restocking items. Achieves comprehensive understanding of lab tests to answer patient questions in an easy to understand way. Follows appropriate reporting protocols including critical value reporting. Monitors test results, recognizing clerical and analytical errors as well as test results related to questionable sample integrity. Monitors pending logs and work queues and resolves pending tests and registration errors. Prepares and logs samples for proper storage and retention. As designated and qualified, performs general supervisor and technical supervisor functions overseeing workflows, testing personnel and processes in the absence of on-site manager. Prioritizes work in the best interest of the patient, sharing the work with team members. Assists with training new employees and students, being helpful and supportive in their teaching. Attends department huddles, staff meetings, and other required training. Checks emails regularly for huddle minutes and important communications relevant to assignment. Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines. Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance. Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA, and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. Completes all annual  education and competency requirements within the calendar year. Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:      Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science or a directly related field, or equivalent 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. Luke’s 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

This notice is being provided to workers in the place of intended employment by the

following means:

Posting a clearly visible and unobstructed notice, for at least ten (10) consecutive business days, in conspicuous location(s) in the workplace, where the employer’s U.S. workers can readily read the posted notice, including but not limited to locations in the immediate vicinity of the wage and hour notices.

Publishing the notice in any and all in-house media, whether electronic or printed, in accordance with the normal procedures used for the recruitment of similar positions in the employer’s organization.

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