Medical Laboratory Scientist

Sioux Center Health; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement matching

Career development

Job summary

Avera Aberdeen Family Physicians in Aberdeen, SD is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join a multidisciplinary team. You will perform a variety of laboratory tests, ensure quality control, and support day-to-day operations with precision and professionalism.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data communication to care teams, specimen handling, workflow management, and staff training. A bachelor’s degree in MLS/Medical Technology and certification within 1 year are required;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or medical technology.
• MLS/AMT or MLS/ASCP certification within 1 year is required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation or disciplines including supply inventory, quality control, calibration, reagent preparation, etc.
• Accurately performs basic to complex clinical laboratory testing with independent judgment and established procedures.
• Communicates laboratory data and pertinent information to departments and healthcare providers in a timely manner.
• Critiques and differentiates test results using knowledge and critical thinking.
• Assesses validity of results and takes corrective action as needed.
• Obtains samples from patients for diagnostic testing with proper handling.
• Organizes workload for efficient turnaround times and participates in staff training.
• Participates in special projects and management-determined tasks.

Education

Bachelor's Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Science degree

Bachelor's Transcript showing Medical Technology degree

MLS - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - ASCP within 1 Year

Medical Technologist (MT) - ASCP within 1 Year

Job description

Work Shift

Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)

Location

Avera Aberdeen Family Physicians

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

Pay Range

$24.00 - $44.00

Position Highlights

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests, procedures and related duties. Utilizes scientific principles as well as technical, procedural, and problem-solving aptitudes for day-to-day laboratory technical operations, quality control, quality assurance, procedure/instrument maintenance and corrective action, test result correlation, and clinical laboratory related continuing education.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation or disciplines including but not limited to: supply inventory, quality control, calibration, reagent preparation, etc. Initiates and follows through with corrective action, prioritizes and manages effective workflow.
• Accurately performs basic to complex clinical laboratory testing utilizing theoretical knowledge and independent judgment in addition to established procedure, protocol, techniques and/or manufacturer guidelines.
• Communicates laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate departments, healthcare providers, and individuals in an accurate and timely fashion. Includes verbal as well as electronic means.
• Critiques, correlates and differentiates results of testing utilizing theoretical knowledge, critical thinking, and independent judgment.
• Assesses the validity of results which appear usual, or which may differ significantly from previous results or expected values and take appropriate corrective action as necessary.
• Obtains samples from patients for diagnostic testing using proper pre-analytical specimen collection, specimen handling, transport and storage guidelines for blood and body fluids.
• Organizes/prioritizes workload for the most efficient turnaround times for testing.
• Participates with the orientation and training for new staff and students.
• Participates in any special projects/functions as determined by management staff.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Bachelor's Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Science degree or
• Bachelor's Transcript showing Medical Technology degree
• MLS - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year or
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year or
• Medical Technologist (MT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].