Location: Sioux City,IA, USA
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Employment Type:
Full- Time
Shift:
Days
Position Purpose:
Under limited supervision, manages, coordinates, and evaluates the care provided in the assigned area of responsibility. is responsible for the technical and administrative operations. Maintains oversight of day-to-day operation to include, but not limited to patient testing, timely reporting of results, quality control/standards, policy/procedure, performance improvement, scheduling, staff development, equipment, supplies, student education/training, maximizing efficiency, minimizing resource utilization, and fiscal responsibility. Supports operations and services to facilitate maximum quality, cost efficiency and productivity. Is instrumental in promoting quality of life for patients, personnel and the community served.
What you will Do:
* Works schedules to include flex staffing as appropriate to support overall operational goals.
* Interviews, hires, evaluates, disciplines, trains and develops staff related to job performance.
* Assures that Policy and Procedure Manuals reflect current practice and are consistent with industry standards of care/protocol.
* Assures quality/efficiency by making recommendations to the Medical Director, Laboratory Director, and the Laboratory Leadership Team (LLT) related to medical, administrative, and operational matters.
* Is responsible for implementing new procedures as indicated to enhance patient care, revenue, and marketability of department.
* Serves as a technical resource:
assures QC records are reviewed and meet standards.
educates associates/MT students.
monitors staff performance to assure quality.
assures that instrument maintenance is performed/documented.
Maintains and/or performs preventive maintenance procedures for all equipment.
Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrences utilizing appropriate lines of authority; proposes resolutions for variances or unacceptable outcomes.
* Delegates daily operational functions to include:
supply inventory.
policy review
instrumentation responsibilities
procedural research
sectional safety
staff development, cross training, student and new employee training/education to include competency documentation.
* Is responsible for creating/maintaining a work environment:
open to diversity, respectful of others
receptive to change.
challenging and educational.
sets performance expectations.
is aware of departmental workload and assists other departments through cross-training.
stimulates technical/personal growth.
encourages on-going education/certification.
* Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (Word, Excel, PathNet, PowerChart, HealthQuest). Is responsible for: PathNet Data Base maintenance for the section, timely updates to DB as indicated, new procedure build, validation testing, code upgrade support and assuring that billing is completed as appropriate.
* Is responsible for timely review of proficiency testing results and assists in the preparation for certification inspections and regulatory compliance.
Minimum Qualifications:
* BA or BS degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, Microbiology Molecular Biology, Genetics, or health-related science. Graduate degree preferred.
* Must be a registered Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or similar registration/certification.
* Must have at least three (3) years current experience as a Medical Technologist in an acute care setting.
* Must meet CLIA standards for high complexity testing.
* Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills, presentation skills, advanced analytical skills, be well organized and maintain a highly professional manner and appearance.
* Strong interpersonal, consultative and relationship building skills to initiate and develop productive collaborative partnership with all levels of leadership across the organization. Ability to effectively influence results, garner support and tactfully manage complex relationships within and across the organization. Extremely high level of diplomacy and tact are required. Ability to read the subtle nuances of situation and react/plan accordingly.
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
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.