Medical Laboratory Scientist - Lead in Diagnostics & QC

CentraCare Health; Rose Terrace Mobile Home Park (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CentraCare Health System - Melrose is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform highly complex and waived laboratory procedures, operate and validate instrumentation, and ensure quality control. You will collect specimens from patients of all ages and communicate results with clinical teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field and ASCP certification within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field.
• Certification in Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCP) within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly complex, moderately complex, and waived laboratory tests as per protocols.
• Operate, maintain, and validate instrumentation; troubleshoot major issues.
• Perform quality control, proficiency testing, and quality assurance activities.
• Collect and process specimens accurately across all ages; report results promptly.
• Ensure work adheres to safety rules and CentraCare Laboratory policies.
• May participate in special projects and implement new methodologies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology / Medical Laboratory Science or related field

Job description

CentraCare Health System - Melrose is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform highly complex and waived laboratory procedures, operate and validate instrumentation, and ensure quality control. You will collect specimens from patients of all ages and communicate results with clinical teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field and ASCP certification within six months of hire.