Laboratory Technologist I

valleymedical; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision

Cell phone reimbursement

401K

Paid Time Off

Discretionary Profit Sharing

Job summary

Valley Medical in Burnsville, MN is looking for a Laboratory Technologist I responsible for specimen processing, data entry, and analysis of clinical/forensic samples. The role requires organizational skills and attention to detail, with responsibilities including instrument maintenance and managing laboratory samples.

The position aims to support clinical personnel and involves a full-time schedule, offering competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associates degree in Medical Laboratory Science required.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• 1+ year of laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and organize laboratory samples.
• Perform sample processing and analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.

Skills

Data analysis

Independent work

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in chemical, biological, or Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Electronic Medical Records System (EMR)

AU480

Shimadzu LCMS

Job description

The Laboratory Technologist I main duties include data entry, specimen processing and analysis of clinical/forensic samples. Responsibilities may be limited to one testing area or may overlap across lab departments. This position also provides support to the clinic personnel and clients in the ordering of laboratory tests and proper specimen collection. All laboratory technologists report to department supervisors and the laboratory manager.

Current disciplines of testing at Valley Medical include toxicology, immunology and Molecular.

Primary Responsibilities

• Receive and organize laboratory samples
• Sample processing, extraction, analysis and reporting of results
• Perform Instrument maintenance on AU480, Shimadzu LCMS and temperature/humidity monitoring.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Prepare reagents, controls and standards as appropriate per assay/test system SOP.
• Process patient results through (LIS) with high attention to detail.
• Clean glassware and laboratory workspace as assigned.
• Document corrective and preventative action in all testing procedures
• Manage, track, organize and order inventory.
• Ability to analyze data to distinguish questionable assay performance and escalates to technical personnel as appropriate.
• Operate and maintain robotic liquid handling instrumentation and equipment
• Adequate vision required for close, peripheral, depth perception capabilities, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience and Credentials

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in chemical, biological, or Medical Laboratory Science or a two-year associates degree and certified as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (ASCP or equivalent).
• Ability to work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time
• Able to work in fast-paced environment to maintain test quality and efficiency

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

• At least 1+ year of laboratory work experience (preferred in regulated lab and with high complexity testing)
• Experience with liquid handlers, immunoassay analyzers, LC/MS instrumentation and manual pipetting.
• Previous experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Records System (EMR).
• ASCP accreditation strongly preferred.

Additional Position Details (hours, locations, commute)

• This is full time role: Schedule Mon-Fri, 8:00M - 4:30PM (30-minute break), hours may vary based upon business needs and growth of services.
• Job location is the Corporate Laboratory located in Burnsville, MN

Compensation

$21 an hour *The compensation range may represent the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, qualifications, education, internal equity and business needs.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Cell phone reimbursement
• 401K
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance/Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• and MORE

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We accept OPT and CPT.