Medical Laboratory Scientist

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Fargo, ND is seeking a dedicated medical laboratory professional to oversee pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing. You will follow SOPs to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while collecting specimens and performing tests to support patient care.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in laboratory or biological sciences and national MLS/MT certification or registry eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
• National MLS/ASCP or MT certification required or registry eligible.
• Registry-eligible candidates must pass the Board of Registry exam within 12 months.
• ND license by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice required if working in ND.
• Continuing education credits may be required to maintain license.
• BLS certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collect laboratory specimens as needed.
• Process specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methods.
• Demonstrate skill with equipment relevant to the position.
• Exercise critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Promote a positive work environment by upholding organizational ethics.
• Seek personal learning opportunities.
• Identify safety hazards and follow safety practices.
• Assist in training new staff.
• Serve as a laboratory resource.
• May travel to other locations as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory or biological sciences

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Union Position:

No

Summary

Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.

Job Description

Collect laboratory specimens, as needed.

Process lab specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods, in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.

Demonstrate skill in use of equipment relevant to position.

Demonstrate critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem-solving.

Demonstrate personal commitment to the principles, values, and ethics of the organization to promote a positive work environment.

Seek personal learning opportunities.

Recognize safety hazards and comply with all safety practices and protocols.

Assist in training new staff.

Serve as a laboratory resource.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

May be required to travel to other locations.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.

Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.

If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.

Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications.

May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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