Medical Laboratory Scientist

Avera St. Luke's; Aberdeen (SD); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 61 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO from day one

Employer retirement contribution

Career development and mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Résumé du poste

Avera Aberdeen Family Physicians is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technician to perform a variety of clinical lab tests and quality control. You will operate instrumentation, prepare reagents, and ensure accurate results while communicating findings to care teams.

Responsibilities include sample collection, workload management, and training new staff to maintain efficient operations. This role supports compassionate patient care within a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or transcript showing Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology degree.
• MLS/AMT/ASCP certification within 1 year.
• Proficiency in basic and complex clinical laboratory testing and quality control.

Responsabilités

• Perform day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation and disciplines.
• Prepare reagents, calibrate equipment, and manage quality control.
• Communicate laboratory data to providers and departments in a timely manner.
• Collect samples and ensure proper handling, transport, and storage.
• Organize workload for efficient turnaround times and participate in staff training.

Connaissances

Quality control

Calibration

Reagent prep

Laboratory testing

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science

MLS/ASCP/AMT certification in 1 year

Medical Technology degree

Description du poste

Location:Avera Aberdeen Family PhysiciansWorker Type:RegularWork 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.$24.00 - $44.00Position HighlightsYou Belong at AveraBe 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 OverviewPerforms 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 doResponsible 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 QualificationsThe 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 orBachelor's Transcript showing Medical Technology degreeMLS - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year orMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year orMedical Technologist (MT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 YearExpectations and StandardsCommitment 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 SomeAvera 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 retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera 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].