Laboratory Care Technician - Float

Fairview Health Services; Burnsville, Edina (MN, MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO/Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fairview Health Services seeks a Float Laboratory Care Technician for M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville and Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. This part-time, benefit-eligible role runs 64 hours per 2 weeks (0.8 FTE), with eight 8-hour shifts starting early or mid-day, and occasional weekends.

The position involves phlebotomy, specimen processing, LIS/HIS data entry, and patient communication. Training and safety adherence are emphasized across sites.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program or enrollment in a related program.
• Phlebotomy experience and successful customer service in diverse settings.
• Ability to work under stress and exercise independent judgment.
• Competence in collecting blood samples with dexterity and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Follows guidelines to obtain biological specimens and perform procedures.
• Collects specimens with proper technique per SOP and performs phlebotomy.
• May perform EKGs and train others in phlebotomy skills.
• Maintains quality control, monitors inventory, and handles data entry in LIS/HIS.
• Ensures specimens are properly identified and routed for testing.
• Promotes safety and infection control while supporting patient care.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Medical terminology

Independent work

Education

Phlebotomy program

MLT/MLS enrollment

High school diploma

Tools

LIS/HIS systems

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is seeking a motivated Float Laboratory Care Technician at M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, MN and M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. This is a part-time, benefit-eligible day/evening position, working 64 hours/2 week pay period (0.8 FTE), including eight 8-hour shifts with start times from 5:00am-6:00am or 11:00am-2:30PM, and up to every other weekend. This position does not include holiday shifts.

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.
• Follows the Float Pool requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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.
• 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