Medical Lab Technician I

Children's Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to join its laboratory services. The MLT will process specimens, perform tests, report results, and collect specimens as needed for pediatric patients across age groups.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with CLIA standards, with responsibilities including inventory, stocking, and equipment upkeep. Certification and licensing requirements apply, with opportunities for growth within a pediatric-focused system.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the ASCP board of registry or equivalent per CLIA standards; certification must be completed by year one and kept current.
• License/Certification/Registration required? Yes
• ASCP, NCA or equivalent
• Associate's degree or equivalent required (CLIA '88 regulations)

Responsibilities

• Process specimens and perform tests with accuracy and timeliness.
• Report test results and maintain proper documentation.
• Collect specimens as required and ensure patient safety and privacy.
• Support inventory management and stocking of supplies; maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.

Skills

Detail oriented

Computer skills

Highly organized

Good communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology

ASCP certification or equivalent

Tools

LIS experience

Quality control procedures

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

Department Overview

The laboratories at Children’s Hospitals and Clinics are full service facilities that offer a complete spectrum of laboratory techniques for the evaluation of pediatric disorders. Laboratories are located on both the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses and provide services on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Disciplines include Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Virology, Serology, Blood Bank, Immunology/Flow Cytometry, Histology and Pathology.

Position Summary

Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, test result reporting and specimen collection. The MLT provides service in one or more sections of the laboratory with a high level of accuracy, precision and timeliness and ensures compliance with departmental and regulatory agency standards. Service is provided to patients of all age groups. Non-technical duties include taking supply inventories, stocking supplies, cleaning and maintaining work area, equipment and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) board of registry or equivalent professional organization per CLIA standards. Certification must be completed by the first year of employment and kept current according to ASCP standards.

License/Certification/Registration required? Yes

• ASCP, NCA or equivalent

• Associate's degree or equivalent required (CLIA '88 regulations)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Requires an associates or equivalent
• Computer skills
• Detail oriented
• Must be highly organized, efficient, and multifunctional
• Must have good communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team

Physical Demands

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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.