Medical Laboratory Scientist - Impactful 24/7 Lab Role

CentraCare Health; Long Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CentraCare Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform highly complex, moderately complex, and waived tests, with responsibility for instrument maintenance, QC, and result interpretation. The role includes education of staff and potential work across CentraCare sites in Minnesota.

The incumbent will collect specimens, ensure accuracy across patient ages, and communicate critical results while maintaining compliance with safety and CentraCare policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related degree; related degree with science/math credits may be accepted per ASCP Board verification.
• Must possess certification in Clinical Laboratory Science from the ASCP Board within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process specimens accurately across ages per policy.
• Perform complex to waived laboratory tests with minimal supervision.
• Operate, maintain, and validate instrumentation; perform QC and proficiency testing.
• Communicate results and factors influencing results.
• Document quality control and instrument calibration; follow safety rules.
• Lead or support educational activities and special projects as directed.
• May work at other CentraCare Health System worksites as needed.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Instrument maintenance

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related

ASCP Board Certification within 6 months

Job description

CentraCare Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform highly complex, moderately complex, and waived tests, with responsibility for instrument maintenance, QC, and result interpretation. The role includes education of staff and potential work across CentraCare sites in Minnesota.

The incumbent will collect specimens, ensure accuracy across patient ages, and communicate critical results while maintaining compliance with safety and CentraCare policies.