Medical Lab Scientist

Allina Health

3d • $34 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist performs waived to highly complex medical laboratory tests across different areas of the lab. The role may provide oversight as a key operator of a work area and contribute to technical procedures, forms, documents, method validation, and implementation of new technologies. The scientist trains students and new employees, supports annual staff competency observations, and may function as Charge Tech when the Lead, Supervisor, or Manager is absent.

The position includes analytical testing, instrument maintenance and quality control, specimen collection and processing, patient and order management, and administrative duties. Work is scheduled at 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period), with a combination of 8- and 12-hour day, evening, and night shifts and an every-other-weekend rotation on Saturday and Sunday. The role is based at 1175 Nininger Road, Hastings, Minnesota.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related laboratory field with clinical rotations or an equivalent route specified by CLIA '88. Medical Lab Scientist certification from a recognized agency such as ASCP, AMT, or NCA is required in the relevant specialty area; if not already certified, certification must be obtained within 180 days. The stated base pay range is $34.24 to $46.93 per hour. The role involves light work, including lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related laboratory field including clinical rotations, or an equivalent route specified in CLIA '88.
• Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) certification from a recognized agency such as ASCP, AMT, or NCA in the specialty area in which the incumbent will work; if not certified, must obtain certification within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived to highly complex laboratory procedures.
• Perform analytical testing according to policies, procedures, and applicable federal regulations, including CAP, OSHA, COLA, CLIA, and HIPAA.
• Evaluate results for accuracy and resolve complex test problems.
• Recognize, communicate, and document results requiring action.
• Perform and document routine and advanced instrument maintenance and quality control, and take appropriate remedial action.
• Ensure appropriate record keeping and retention.
• May function as Charge Tech in the absence of the Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Collect and process specimens accurately and in a timely manner.
• Instruct customers on collection procedures and protocols.
• Verify correct patient identification.
• Select appropriate collection methods, including venipuncture or capillary puncture; collect and label specimens; and evaluate specimen acceptability.
• Provide customer service and manage patient orders.
• Greet patients, complete check-in, and respond to patient questions and needs.
• Evaluate patient orders for completeness and follow up as needed.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and billing requirements.
• Schedule, order, and release patient orders in the electronic medical record.
• Stock, rotate, and request supplies regularly.
• Participate in departmental or system-wide meetings, projects, or committees as required.
• Perform clerical duties and may assist with department scheduling.
• Participate in the development of technical procedures, forms, and other documents; method validation; and implementation of new technologies.
• Maintain safety, education, and competency requirements.
• Train employees and students and assist with direct observations of staff for the annual competency program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• PTO/time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
• Student loan support benefits to help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching, and tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time