Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician/ScientistSanford 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: Sanford Med Ctr FargoLocation: Fargo, NDShift: 8 Hours - Evening ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 40.00Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!Join our world-class lab team while gaining valuable medical skills that play a critical role in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!Schedule: Full-time evening position for all departments including Blood Bank. 8-hour shifts, 2:30pm-11:00pm or 3:30pm-12:00am. Every 4th weekend rotation, 1-2 holidays/year.Sanford Medical Center Fargo is North Dakota's newest and largest medical center. It serves a regional healthcare hub with 60% of patients coming from outside the metro area. It is also home to the region's largest and busiest Level 1 Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, which are supported by AirMed transport services covering a three-state area.Job SummaryAre 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.ResponsibilitiesResponsible 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.QualificationsMLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. 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.MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required. Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. 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 or have a provisional license, 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.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.