Medical Lab Tech/Medical Lab Scientist

Ridgeview; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview Laboratory is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform a wide range of bench tests and specimen analyses in accordance with Ridgeview Medical Center policies and regulatory standards. You will participate in automated chemistry, immuno-chemistry, coagulation, hematology, urinalysis, and microbiology workflows as applicable.

You will support training and orientation of new staff, maintain inventories, and collaborate with providers to discuss test results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Chemistry or Biology or related fields.
• Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to communicate in English for effective written and verbal correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection, testing and reporting of laboratory tests.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative laboratory tests, manual and automated.
• Maintain quality control and troubleshoot instrumentation.
• Assist in development and maintenance of procedures and workflow.
• Assist in training new staff and visiting students.
• Maintain inventory and evaluate new products/instrumentation.
• Serve as a technical resource to Laboratory staff and Providers.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Automation knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Background checks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Job description

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for serving both internal and external customers by performing a variety of laboratory procedures in accordance with Ridgeview Medical Center philosophy, policies, and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agencies. Focus areas include: Automated Chemistry, Immuno-Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Urinalysis, Semen Analysis, Advanced and independent work in Blood Bank and/or Microbiology.

Brief Description

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for serving both internal and external customers by performing a variety of laboratory procedures in accordance with Ridgeview Medical Center philosophy, policies, and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agencies. Focus areas include: Automated Chemistry, Immuno-Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Urinalysis, Semen Analysis, Advanced and independent work in Blood Bank and/or Microbiology.

Job Functions

• Performs proper specimen collection, testing and reporting of laboratory tests ordered.
• Performs a variety of qualitative and quantitative laboratory test, both manual and automated to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of pathological disease.
• Performs timely and accurate clinical lab reports and quality control measures of laboratory equipment as well as troubleshoots and performs corrective action on instrumentation.
• Assists with development and maintenance of procedures and workflow.
• Assists with the training and orientation of new staff and visiting students.
• Assists in maintaining adequate inventories.
• Evaluates new products and instrumentation as directed.
• Acts as a technical resource for Laboratory/Nursing personnel and Providers: presents technical information to Laboratory personnel; discuss test results with Providers as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Chemistry or Biology or related fields

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
• Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
• Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain technical competence
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team

License/Certifications

• Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology board of registry per CLIA standards. Certification must be completed by the first year of employment and kept current according to ASCP standards

Link to Employee Health Physical Demands

Compensation

Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.

Benefits

Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.