REPRODUCTIVE LAB TECHNICIAN I: REI, DAYS (M-F)

Shift: Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional off-hour needs for maintaining quality monitoring systems or weekend fertility cycles.
Department: REI clinic - Reproductive Health and Fertility
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $16.68 - $26.31 per hour, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic team in the Embryology or Andrology laboratories. The ideal candidate is meticulous, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and confidentiality. We seek someone who is proactive in identifying and solving problems, ensuring the integrity of our testing processes. If you are dedicated to excellence and eager to contribute to groundbreaking work in a supportive and collaborative setting, we want to hear from you. Join us and be a part of a team that is making a difference in the lives of our patients every day!

ABOUT YOU!

You are a meticulous and dedicated laboratory professional, ready to make a significant impact in our Embryology and Andrology laboratories. In this role, you will process specimens, perform tests, and report results with precision, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and confidentiality. Your expertise in maintaining lab procedures, quality control, and regulatory compliance will be crucial in delivering exceptional patient care. You'll thrive in a supportive environment that values your proactive approach to problem-solving and meticulous record-keeping. Join us and be part of a team that is committed to advancing healthcare and making a difference in patients' lives every day.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Process specimens, test performance, and report test results for the Embryology or Andrology laboratories. Perform only those tests authorized and documented on competency assessment. Strictly follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, recordkeeping, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines. Adhere to lab QC policies. Follow established policies and procedures when test systems deviate from the laboratory performance specifications. Exercise discretion with patient communication and maintain the confidentiality of patient information. Document all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed. Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Document any corrective actions taken and inform the appropriate individual so a follow-up investigation can ensue as needed. Assist with document control and record maintenance. Maintain chain of custody for all specimens. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the appropriate individual. Monitor laboratory inventory and assist in ordering supplies and consumables. Assist with document control and record maintenance as needed. Assist with compiling program statistics as needed. May complete unit/department-specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree (or equivalent credit hours) from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program, clinical laboratory science, medical science, chemistry, biology, or physics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Embryology or andrology lab experience. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position, and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.