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Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Fairview has an exciting opportunity for a full time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) position at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank in the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory (MDL). The MDL is a local leader in pioneering genomic technologies for the diagnosis and management of both inherited disease and cancer. This is a full-time day position, Sunday-Thursday (8:00am-4:30pm). The MDL serves a unique and diverse patient population with our hospital recognized as a national leader in areas like bone marrow transplantation. In addition, our hospital has also recently been established as a rare disease center of excellence. Our team of over 19 staff members perform highly specialized testing for inherited genetic disease, bone marrow engraftment, infectious disease, and malignant disease. Through our partnerships with clinical genetic counselors, molecular genetic pathologists, and bio informaticists at University of Minnesota Health, we have developed and validated testing including comprehensive genomic tumor profiling and whole genome sequencing for patients with hereditary genetic diagnoses.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) functions independently in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice. The MLS performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing, and acts as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results. The MLS correlates data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results. The MLS collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote customer satisfaction. The MLS participates in laboratory performance improvement activities.
Obtains specimens from patients of all ages and degrees of physical and/or mental disability.
Assesses integrity of all specimens for testing.
Verifies correct identification of specimens before testing.
Follows established guidelines for determining priority of specimen testing and procurement.
Performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing.
Performs waived, moderate, or high complexity testing as defined by CLIA '88.
Functions independently in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice.
Operates laboratory instrumentation and information systems according to procedure.
Acts as a resource for problem solving, action steps and troubleshooting for lab procedures and unexpected events in lab operations.
Initiates proper safety or emergency responses.
Evaluates testing results for accuracy and appropriate intervention.
Correlates data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise and other conditions affecting test results.
Directly communicates abnormal and critical results to care giver.
Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to Laboratory Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and Laboratory Compliance Programs.
Documents deviations and action taken.
Documents reagent, test kit and calibrator checks.
Recognizes and communicates values and trends that exceed the QC decision levels.
Participates in the lab Performance improvement program by collecting data, reviewing the results, and implementing action step recommendations.
Documents compliance with regulations of governmental or voluntary regulatory regulatory agencies.
Collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote customer satisfaction.
Orients individuals in routine and complex testing methodology, instrumentation, and information systems.
Completes training checklists and evaluations as appropriate.
Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.
Baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college/university in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes meeting qualifications as high complexity testing personnel as specified in CLIA '88.
Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution. Diploma with field of study listed or transcript must be provided. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with 16 semester hours in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry. S. military medical laboratory training course and a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with 16 semester hours in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry. Master's degree from an accredited college/university in molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, cytology, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, allied health, medical laboratory science, or an appropriately related field. Diploma with field of study listed or transcript must be provided.
Applicant should possess or be eligible to receive appropriate Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification. ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or MT (Medical Technologist) within 1 Year or
HEW Medical Technologist certification may be considered.
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more!
Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.