Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Technician

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. This role is within the 32nd & Ellis department, which is the biggest and busiest in the city, providing care to various departments including Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women's/OB, Acute Care, and walk-in services. The hours for this role will vary for open hours from 0700-2100 every day, with an average of one afternoon shift (12:30-21:30) per week and one weekend every five weekends. There is limited call for acute care locations. The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician is responsible for the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing, ensuring laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements are met.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required (MLS)
Associates degree in laboratory or biological sciences required (MLT)
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.

Responsibilities

Collect laboratory specimens as needed
Process lab specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing (manual and automated) in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of equipment relevant to the position
Exercise critical thinking and independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving
Demonstrate a personal commitment to the organization’s principles, values, and ethics to promote a positive work environment
Seek out opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
Identify safety hazards and comply with all safety practices and protocols
Assist in training new staff
Serve as a laboratory resource
Perform other related duties as assigned
Travel to other locations as required