Clinical Chemist

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a highly qualified clinical laboratory professional to provide expert consultation on methods, instrumentation, quality control, and interpretation of tests. The role emphasizes collaboration with medical staff to improve laboratory services across a large rural health system.

The position requires a Doctorate in a clinical laboratory discipline and a Diplomate certification, with licensing where applicable, and may involve leadership responsibilities such as CLIA

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a clinical laboratory discipline is required.
• Certification as a diplomat of a specific laboratory discipline is required; if not held, must obtain within five years from hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and technical consultation in laboratory methods, instrumentation, quality control, test selection, and interpretation of results.
• Serve as liaison between clinical laboratory and clinicians to educate and interpret results.
• Attend national and international conferences to maintain expertise and credentialing; participate on committees.

Education

PhD in clinical laboratory discipline

Diplomate certification in laboratory discipline

Job description

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.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $53 - $87.50 Union Position: No Department Details Modern, Specialized Laboratory: A newer, spacious laboratory featuring dedicated Special Chemistry and Toxicology sections, advanced testing capabilities, and room to support continued growth and innovation.

Summary Provides clinical and technical consultation in laboratory methods, instrumentation, quality control, test selection, and interpretation of laboratory testing to ensure the delivery of services in accordance with the Sanford mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Job Description

Maintains strong relationships with members of the medical staff and other health care professionals to provide information related to the laboratory. Acts as a liaison between the clinical laboratory and clinicians and serves as a consultant to clinical providers to aid in education and interpretation of laboratory test results. Collaborates with partners in the healthcare system, public health, and/or industry to improve clinical laboratory services. Attends national and international conferences in specific area of discipline to maintain expertise in focus area and updated credentialing. Provides expertise on appropriate laboratory and institutional committees. Provides a key role in the community as it pertains to the institution and provide influence on national regulations and/or guidelines. May be responsible for serving as a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Laboratory Director.

Qualifications

Doctorate degree (PhD) in a specific clinical laboratory discipline is required. One year experience or fellowship training required. Other credentials may be required depending upon accrediting agency. Certification as a diplomat of specific laboratory discipline required. If incumbent does not have certification, must obtain within five years from date of hire into position. If performing testing and working in the state of North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Other credentials may be required depending upon accrediting agency.

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The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.