Medical Laboratory Scientist | Medical Laboratory Technician

Avera eCARE; Minnesota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality services to the community. This role offers the opportunity to work as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist, performing essential clinical tests and ensuring laboratory quality control. With a commitment to employee well-being and professional growth, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values compassion and excellence in patient care. Enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. If you are passionate about laboratory science and patient care, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off and Extended Sick Leave

Pension Plan with Substantial Employer Contribution

Employee Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement for Career Development

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing Education Opportunities

Employee Recognition Events

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• MLT-ASCP board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory tests and procedures under Lab Manager's direction.
• Ensure quality control and maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Problem-Solving

Technical Aptitude

Education

Associate’s degree in MLT or laboratory science

Bachelor’s degree in clinical science

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist | Medical Laboratory Technician

Apply locations

Pipestone, MN

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: 2409338

Location: Pipestone, MN

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)

Pipestone County Medical Center and Family Clinic is currently seeking to find qualified individuals to join our growing team. We are committed to providing high quality services to our southwest Minnesota community.

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO A $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Lab Manager, a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs work of waived moderate and high complexity levels, involving all aspects of the clinical lab. The MLT 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 duties.

Under the direction of the Lab Manager, the Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests, procedures, and related duties including waived, moderate and highly complex testing. 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.

Education/Licensure:

Associate’s degree in MLT or laboratory science from an accredited two-year college or technical school required or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in clinical science or satisfactory grade in HHS exam and 6 years working experience as a MLT required. MLT-ASCP board certified or NCA certified preferred. BLS certified or must be obtained within 1 week of hire. Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) and DOT Drug Testing certified or able to obtain within one year from date of hire. Department of Transportation Specimen Collection Certificate preferred or able to obtain within one year from date of hire. Valid driver’s license required.

Compensation:

The starting hourly pay for a Medical Laboratory Technician is $28.80 per hour and Medical Laboratory Scientist is $32.36 per hour. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off and Extended Sick Leave
• Competitive wages
• Pension Plan with Substantial Employer Contribution
• Employee Wellness Program
• Various Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Events
• Bereavement Leave
• Employer Paid Life Insurance

Why Avera?

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.