Laboratory Care Technician

Fairview Health Services; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services is seeking a Laboratory Care Technician for the Lakeville clinic. The role involves specimen collection, phlebotomy at multiple sites, and data entry into LIS/HIS. You will handle results reporting by phone and ensure specimen quality and proper identification.

Day shift, Monday–Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm, with potential earlier shifts and weekend rotations. A supportive team environment and ongoing professional development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with completion of a formal phlebotomy education program or equivalent experience.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program or enrollment in MLT/MLS program.
• Three months of full-time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience or enrollment in a phlebotomy course.

Responsibilities

• Obtain biological specimens following SOPs.
• Perform phlebotomy at various sites and communicate special handling needs.
• Provide results in LIS/HIS and communicate with patients and families.
• Ensure specimens are suitable for testing and properly identified.
• Monitor quality control and equipment maintenance.
• Schedule tests and procedures and document collection information.
• Support safety protocols and infection control guidelines.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Independent judgment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certificate/program

MLT/MLS program enrollment or clinical phlebotomy experience

Tools

LIS/HIS systems

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking for a Laboratory Care Technician at M Health Fairview Clinic - Lakeville. It is a full-time, benefit eligible position, 80 hours/2 week pay period. This is a day position that will work Monday-Friday from 8:30 am- 5pm (this may change due to staffing needs- could possibly be an earlier shift). This position will be included in a weekend rotation with other staff and currently the rotation consists of working every 5th Saturday from 8:45 am- 5:15 pm at a Fairview Urgent Care Clinic.

Working with diverse populations within a healthcare environment, the Laboratory Care Technician (LCT) plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional services in keeping with M Health Fairview Values as they interact with our patients, families, and co-workers. The LCT performs laboratory specimen collection at various Fairview or outreach locations, as well as provides for safe and secure specimen handling and point of care testing. Responsible for accurately entering orders and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and associated subsystems; monitoring computer logs for incomplete work; scheduling tests/procedures and providing results in LIS/HIS and over the phone, the LCT's attention to detail and accuracy are the foundation for our providing quality laboratory services. Working as an individual or team member, the LCT continuously works towards providing quality service improvement and optimum support to the department and team members in achieving M Health Fairview's goals.

Responsibilities

• Follows established guidelines to obtain biological specimens and perform procedures.
• Collects biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Performs phlebotomy at various sites and communicates special handling needs of the specimen.
• Uses appropriate communications skills to meet patient/family and other customer needs.
• Demonstrates proficiency with point of care testing and/or waived testing.
• May perform EKGs.
• May train others in phlebotomy skills.
• Ensures specimens are acceptable for testing, including properly identified.
• Processes specimens prior to testing or sending to reference labs.
• Performs daily quality control, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
• Monitors inventory, ordering and restocking supplies.
• Mentors and teaches students.
• Prioritizes work to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Prioritizes assigned work.
• Transports blood and body fluid under proper conditions and in a timely and safe manner.
• Seeks assistance appropriately for problem or unusual situations.
• Information processing.
• Accurately enters and releases order and collection information into LIS and subsystems.
• Monitors computer logs for incomplete work.
• Schedules tests/procedures.
• Provides results in LIS/HIS and reports over the phone.
• Acquires additional computer skills as appropriate to the work area. Supports and adheres to laboratory quality assurance program.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Adheres to safety protocols.
• Follows infection control guidelines.
• Responds appropriately to emergent situations.

Required Qualifications

• High School graduate, equivalent, or a higher degree. Diploma, GED, equivalency evaluation, or transcript must be provided. and
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program or
• Completion of three months of full-time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience or
• Enrollment in MLT or MLS program including completion of a phlebotomy course.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successful customer service background within a diverse cultural setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Demonstrates competence and proficient skills in collecting blood samples.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) certification required when working in clinic setting (not required at Maple Grove Ambulatory Care Center) within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience in a hospital or clinic setting in a similar capacity.
• Some positions will require reliable transportation.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity 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