Laboratory Assistant

Pathology TechnicianSanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Facility: Sanford Med Ctr Fargo Location: Fargo, ND Address: 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50Have you been looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact on patients while delivering exceptional care? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We provide on-the-job phlebotomy training and offer excellent opportunities to grow your career with us. PM Shift – Varies start times, starting anywhere from 1:30pm – 3:30pm Part-time position will work every other weekend and full-time will work every third weekend Holidays three per year On-calls: Five to six on-call weekends per yearJob SummaryProvide technical assistance in the laboratories. Performs laboratory duties to assist technologists, technicians, pathologist's assistants and/or pathologists. Handles related equipment including maintenance; cleans work area and stocks supplies. As needed, will assist in reference lab work including packaging, mailing, tracking, and report filing. Expected to train and onboard new employees. Pathology Technicians within the Histology/Gross Laboratory will assist in obtaining biological samples for study and prepares tissues for processing and examination under the direction and supervision of pathologists. May perform complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis. Within the Clinical Laboratory setting, responsibilities include collecting, preparing and processing specimens. Assists in performing laboratory activities and other assigned tasks. Aids in preparing laboratory specimens and supplies. May be responsible for entering laboratory orders and results. Ensures the accuracy and quality of laboratory data in a safe and professional work environment. May be required to perform waived tests and/or phlebotomy.QualificationsBachelor's degree in biology or other related field that includes 30 combined semester hours of biological science and chemistry. One year previous laboratory experience preferred.Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.