Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - FT Days

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

13d•$22 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician for its core laboratory at Sanford Broadway Medical Center in downtown Fargo. The role covers the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of laboratory testing and requires following standard operating procedures while meeting laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The team offers an opportunity to train in transfusion services in the future. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday on 8-hour day shifts, with every fourth weekend rotation and two holidays per year. The employee may be required to travel to other locations. Compensation depends on classification: Medical Laboratory Scientist, $29.50–$44.00; Medical Laboratory Technician, $22.00–$34.50. New hires may be eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Collect laboratory specimens as needed.
Process specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methods, following 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 by demonstrating commitment to 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 if required.