Lab Technical Specialist

Altru Health System; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Altru Health System seeks a Lab Technical Specialist to support the service area operationally and technically. You will ensure regulatory compliance, quality control, and effective resource utilization under the Manager’s leadership.

The role involves evaluating equipment and methods, developing policies, and guiding staff through training and competency assessments to maintain high standards of laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Supports development and monitoring of service area goals and quality metrics.
• Assists with evaluation and implementation of equipment, test methods, and software.

Responsibilities

• Maintains policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Investigates variances and quality concerns; documents corrective actions.
• Supports staff orientation, competency assessment, and professional development.
• Manages assigned projects and prepares reports and data summaries.
• Serves as a technical/operational resource for staff and providers.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

Quality improvement

Staff training

Education

MLS/MT/CLS licensure

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location:

Altru Hospital 1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range:

$63,752.00 - $95,638.40

Summary:

Job Profile Summary The Lab Technical Specialist supports the service area in both an operational and technical capacity and is responsible for duties fundamental to service area support and success, including regulatory compliance, technical processes, personnel competency, quality improvement, and resource utilization. Under the leadership of the Manager, this position exercises initiative and is delegated the authority to act in the best interest of the service area. The Lab Technical Specialist utilizes independent judgment in matters related to operations, service delivery, and technical oversight.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards through quality assurance activities related to testing, equipment, and processes.
• Supports the Manager in developing, implementing, and monitoring service area goals, quality metrics, key performance indicators, and operational initiatives to achieve positive outcomes.
• Assists with the evaluation, selection, validation, and implementation of equipment, test methods, and software.
• Develops, reviews, implements, maintains, and promotes policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Investigates and troubleshoots variances, quality concerns, and process issues; documents corrective actions and participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Supports staff orientation, training, competency assessment, and ongoing professional development.
• Manages assigned projects and prepares accurate, timely reports, analyses, documentation, and data summaries.
• Serves as a technical and operational resource for laboratory staff, providers, and other customers.
• Maintains accountability for service area operations and daily workflow coordination, ensures efficient and effective operations independently and in collaboration with the Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet the operational and strategic needs of the department and organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

Professional Licensure (MLS, MT, CLS) | North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Professional Certification (MLS, MT, CLS) | Multiple Issuers | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Professional Licensure (MLT, CLT) | North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Professional Certification (MLT, CLT) | Multiple Issuers | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Notes: Must be licensed and certified as MLS or MLT Acceptable certifying agencies: ASCP, AAB, AMT and NCA (Must certify in one) Can be certified as MLS, MT, CLS, BB categorical ASCP or SBB Categorial ASCP (Must be certified in one) Meets CLIA qualifications for General Supervisor and can be formally delegated General Supervisor responsibilities by the Laboratory Director. Employment verification conducted only for candidates with prior professional work experience.

Work Experience:

• Preferred: A minimum of 5 years Related Experience

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members. This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship and candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Physical Demands :

• Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (<10 pounds)
• Carry: Sedentary (<10 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Sedentary (<10 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Not Applicable

Working Conditions:

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Infrequent Driver Reference ID: R6436

Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)

At Altru, everything we do is underscored by a why—and that why is one another. We believe in the power of community and the difference we can make together. As the trusted healthcare provider in our region, we’re driven by a commitment to quality care and creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Here, you’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, and experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back—taking your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be part of a small community with a big heart.

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