Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - Fulltime Days

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

19h

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician for a microbiology position in the bacteriology section of the laboratory. The role supports patient care by performing pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing while following standard operating procedures and meeting laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The schedule is 10-hour day shifts, with start times varying between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m., a 40-hour workweek, and an every-other-weekend rotation. Travel to other locations may be required. Compensation depends on qualification: Medical Laboratory Technician, $23.50–$34.50; Medical Laboratory Scientist, $29.50–$44.00. The position is eligible for a new-hire sign-on bonus.

Requirements

For the Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) qualification: a bachelor’s degree in laboratory or biological sciences.
For the MLS qualification: national MLS certification through an approved Health and Human Services agency, such as ASCP, or registry eligibility; Medical Technologist (MT) certification is also accepted.
Registry-eligible MLS candidates must pass the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
For work in North Dakota, MLS candidates must be licensed by the North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to applicable state requirements for licenses and certifications.
For the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) qualification: an associate degree in Laboratory Science.
For the MLT qualification: national MLT or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) certification through an approved Health and Human Services agency, such as ASCP, or registry eligibility.
Registry-eligible MLT candidates must pass the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
For work in North Dakota, MLT candidates must be licensed or hold a provisional license from the North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Collect laboratory specimens as needed.
Process laboratory specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methods in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
Demonstrate skill in using equipment relevant to the position.
Use critical and independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
Promote a positive work environment consistent with the organization’s principles, values, and ethics.
Seek personal learning opportunities.
Recognize safety hazards and comply with safety practices and protocols.
Assist in training new staff.
Serve as a laboratory resource.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Travel to other locations when required.