Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Technician

Medical Laboratory Scientist Or Technician

Sanford Health's Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery.

Facility: Aberdeen Medical Center

Location: Aberdeen, SD

Address: 2905 3rd Ave SE, Aberdeen, SD 57401, USA

Shift: 10 Hours - Varied Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 36.00

Salary Range: $25 - $44

Pay Info: sign on bonus available

Department Details: 10 hour varied shifts, no call, every fourth weekend (would work Sat and Sunday), with a holiday rotation (ends up being approx. 2 holidays per year)

Job Summary

Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We're seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.

Responsibilities

Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing

Follows standard operating procedures for MLS/MLTs

Ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met

Recognizes safety hazards and complies with all safety practices and protocols

Collects and processes lab specimens with proper equipment

Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods

Collect and manage samples of blood and other fluids from patients

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. MLS Associates degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. MLT Medical Lab Technician

$25.00 - $34.50 per hour Medical Lab Scientist $29.50 - $44.00 per hour

Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Benefits

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.