Consulting Technologist - Lab Quality

Marshfield Clinic; Eau Claire (WI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Rice Lake, WI seeks a Consulting Technologist to guide laboratories on technical and regulatory matters, supporting inspections for accreditation with CAP, CLIA, COLA, AABB, Joint Commission and others as applicable.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, MT/MLS registration, and several years of hospital/clinic lab experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Travel of 10–50% is expected, and a hybrid work model is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science is required.
• Five years’ laboratory experience preferred; customer service experience advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Consult and guide laboratories on technical and regulatory issues within designated territory.
• Assist leadership to prepare for inspections and accreditation (CAP, CLIA, COLA, AABB, Joint Commission).
• Oversee Laboratory Quality Management Program and maintain client relationships; up to 10–50% travel.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Lab experience

MLS/MT registration

ND licensure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Rice Lake
Location: Rice Lake, WI
Address: 1700 W Stout St, Rice Lake, WI 54868, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $29.00 - $46.50

Job Summary

Responsible for consulting and providing guidance regarding technical and regulatory issues for laboratories in designated territory. The consulting technologist position will assist laboratory leadership to prepare for inspections related to accreditation with the College of American Pathologists (CAP), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), COLA, AABB, Joint Commission and others as applicable. Must have a thorough knowledge of general laboratory operations, health care operations, and management principles. Must also develop relationships in order to build and maintain the client base. Demonstrates patience, kindness, and cooperation with clients and co-workers. May be asked to travel to any laboratory site depending on the needs of the facility and at the discretion of the leadership. This position may require acting as a CLIA role of Qualified Laboratory Director, Technical Supervisor and Technical Consultant as needed. Must also qualify to perform duties delegated by the CLIA Laboratory Director.

This position will help support laboratories within the Sanford Health- Marshfield Region. In this role, the consulting technologist is responsible for utilizing knowledge and skills to ensure successful implementation and oversight of the Laboratory Quality Management Program.

Hybrid work model with travel

Travel: variable depending on department needs, estimated 10-50%

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science is required.
• Prefer five years’ laboratory experience in a hospital or clinic laboratory. Prior customer service experience preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Must be registered by the American Society of Laboratory Science as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• work/life balance benefits
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0271169

Job Function: Allied Health

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