Lab Technician

At WellNow Urgent Care, we are dedicated to delivering quality healthcare to our Urgent Care patients and Occupational Health clients. As a WellNow Provider, you will be part of a team that is committed to improving the delivery of care and supporting your growth as a medical professional. Join us in providing exceptional healthcare services and making a difference in our communities.

This role is 10-hour shifts, 4 days a week with rotating weekends. This can change based on business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently and accurately perform routine and complex molecular testing, including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR.
• Review preliminary and final test results.
• Assist in resolution of technical problems in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Record, compile and maintain records according to laboratory policies to ensure state and federal regulations are upheld for all reagents, procedures, and equipment used in the testing process.
• Assist in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new procedures and protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Coordinate daily communications of laboratory with physicians and other parties.
• Participate in educational activities.
• Perform other related work as required.

CLIA QUALIFICATIONS (42 CFR 493.1489):

• Doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or Physics.
• Associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical lab technology.
• Educational equivalent to Associate’s degree with at least:
  • 60 semester hours including 24 semester hours of medical lab technology.

OR

• 60 semester hours including 24 hours of science that includes 6 hours chemistry, 6 hours biology, and 12 hours chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination.

AND

• 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 two years of experience in a molecular CLIA licensed clinical laboratory.
• Medical Technologist board certification preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend English and follow instructions.
• Good communication and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of statistics.
• Ability to creatively think under pressure and handle high stress levels, changing environments, and possible irregular work hours.
• Ability to recognize potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and/or hazardous chemicals in the workplace and execute safety protocols in the event of exposure or spill.
• Must be able to demonstrate competency for all required diagnostic tests and other areas of assignment within 3 months of hire date.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb stairs, lift 35lbs, sit or stand for long periods, and walk/bend down.
• Visual and auditory acuity and good eye/hand coordination.

DIRECT REPORTING:

• Reports to the Lab Supervisor.

WellNow Urgent Care strives to be a leader in urgent care medicine, offering our patients quick, convenient and quality care for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our commitment to offering more communities with remarkable service has contributed to us being one of the top 10 urgent care providers in the U.S. Founded in 2011, WellNow has grown to 200+ facilities conveniently located across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania. If you’re looking to make your next career move to an organization that offers multiple career paths and is supportive of its colleagues’ personal and professional goals, then apply to one of our available opportunities today!