Lab Technical Specialist

Fairview Health Services; Hibbing (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Range Medical Center Lab in Hibbing, MN, is hiring a Lab Technical Specialist to oversee technical operations and act as a resource for staff across multiple lab sections. The role emphasizes accurate testing, quality assurance, and compliance with regulatory standards.

You will direct daily workflow, coordinate instrument use, and contribute to method validation and LIS activities while mentoring new employees and ensuring readiness for inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related laboratory field with practicum or equivalent meeting CLIA General Supervisor for high/ moderate complexity.
• B.S./B.A. in biology/chemistry with required coursework and CLIA qualifications; transcript provided.
• Combination education & experience including military lab training plus Baccalaureate degree meeting CLIA qualifications.
• Master of Science in molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, biology or related field meeting CLIA qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Directs technical operations of assigned lab sections and guides workflow.
• Ensures accurate testing and problem-solving for test results.
• May conduct method development, instrument correlation and validation.
• Maintains LIS functions and communicates change requests for LIS updates.
• Supports quality assurance programs and prepares the lab for accrediting inspections.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related laboratory field

Bachelor of Science in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology

B.S./B.A. with 16 biology hours and 16 chemistry hours meeting CLIA qualifications

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview Range is hiring a Lab Technical Specialist for our Laboratory Services Department in Hibbing, MN!

The Technical Specialist has direct responsibilities for the technical operations of a laboratory or laboratory section. This includes acting as technical resource, performing a wide variety of complex diagnostic procedures, and directing workflow to ensure the accurate, efficient, and most cost-effective provision of testing. This position is also a primary resource for compliance, regulatory and quality assurance activities.

Schedule:

This position will work 80 hours per two weeks. The shift length will be 8-hour shifts. Shifts will include Days, Evenings, Nights, and rotating weekends.

Internal posting through: 7/13/26

About Fairview Range Medical Center Lab:

• CAP accredited.
• Lab consists of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, transfusion medicine including antibody identification, microbiology, histology, cytology, and pathology.
• Part of multidisciplinary care team supporting each inpatient department.
• Lab staff include MLS/MT, HT, MLT, and LCT as well as tech specialists in various lab sections.

About Fairview Range

Fairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a partnership of Fairview Health Services, the University of Minnesota, and M Physicians. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Medical Center, Fairview Range Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), and Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for the technical operations of assigned laboratory(s)/section(s) and participates in planning and financial management as appropriate.
• Directs workflow in the daily operations of a laboratory section and is a technical resource for staff in problem solving and in the evaluation of testing results for accuracy, determining when recheck or other intervention is needed.
• May be responsible for method development research, instrument correlation, and method validation.
• Assures the performance of accurate testing.
• Performs laboratory information systems functions; ensures that change requests are communicated to LIS. Acts as resource for laboratory information systems (LIS) functions coordinating change and implementation requests as needed.
• Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them.
• Operates laboratory instrumentation and information systems according to procedures.
• Acts as a resource for problem solving, action steps and troubleshooting for lab procedures and unexpected events in lab operations.
• Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to Laboratory Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and Laboratory Compliance Programs.
• Coordinates the preparation of the lab section for inspection by accrediting agencies.
• Consults with supervisor/manager for assistance if needed.
• Assumes responsibility for the lab Performance Improvement program by suggesting areas for improvement, collecting data, reviewing the results, and recommending action steps to be taken.
• Orients and mentors new employees and students.
• Assists supervisor/manager in developing learning plans.
• Maintains section policy and procedure manuals.
• Reviews all policies and procedures and ensures Laboratory Director, Manager, or technical supervisor reviews and signs policies and procedures annually, and as needed.
• Maintains documentation of training and implementation of policy and procedure changes and revisions.
• Writes procedures to conform to NCCLS standards before implementation of the procedure.

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college/university in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes meeting qualifications as either a general supervisor for high complexity testing or a technical consultant for moderate complexity testing (dependent upon specialty) as specified in CLIA ’88.
• Bachelor of Science from an accredited college/university in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology. (Diploma with field of study listed or transcript must be provided); or
• B.S./B.A. from an accredited college/university with 16 semester hours in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry meeting qualifications as a general supervisor for high complexity testing as specified in CLIA ’88. (Transcript must be provided); or
• Combination Education & Experience including completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course and a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with 16 semester hours in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry meeting qualifications as a general supervisor for high complexity testing as specified in CLIA ’88. (Transcript must be provided); or
• Master of Science from an accredited college/university in molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, cytology, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, allied health, medical laboratory science, or an appropriately related field meeting qualifications as a general supervisor for high complexity testing as specified in CLIA ’88. (Diploma with field of study listed or transcript must be provided)
• 1 year laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing required for candidates with baccalaureate or higher degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology when filling a CLIA General Supervisor role; or
• 1 year laboratory training or experience, or both, in moderate complexity testing required for candidates with baccalaureate or higher degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology when filling a CLIA Technical Consultant role; or
• 2 years laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing required for candidates qualifying by baccalaureate degree and semester hours.
• Applicant should possess or be eligible to receive appropriate Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification. Labs-Acute Care – ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT – MLS or MT HEW Medical Technologist certification may be considered. Labs-Admin – ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT – MLS or MT Labs-Outreach – ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT – MLS or MT Labs-Point of Care – ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT – MLS or MT Labs-Electron Microscopy – ASCP or ASCPi – HTL Labs-Blood Bank – ASCP or ASCPi – BB or SBB Labs-Cytology – ASCP – CT or SCT Labs-Cytogenetics – ASCP or ASCPi – MLS, MT, CG, MB, SH, or SMB AMT – MLS or MT Labs-IFC – ASCP or ASCPi – MLS, MT, SCYM, or SH AMT – MLS or MT Labs-Histology – ASCP – CT or HTL ASCPi – HTL Labs-Immunology/HLA – ASCP or ASCPi – MLS or MT AMT – MLS or MT ACHI – CHT or CHS Labs-Infectious Disease – ASCP or ASCPi – MLS, MT, M, SM, MB, SMB, V or SV AMT – MLS or MT Labs-Molecular Diagnostics – ASCP or ASCPi – MLS, MT, MB, or SMB AMT – MDT, MLS or MT Labs-Special Chemistry – ASCP or ASCPi – MLS, MT, C or SC AMT – MLS or MT * Lab - Andrology *ASCP - MLS *AAB - ALS (Andrology Laboratory Scientist within 1 Year

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years experience in area of specialty or subspecialty.

Benefit Overview

• Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental,vision, PTO, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/rangenoncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status