Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Technician

Good Samaritan Society; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health’s Aberdeen Laboratory team offers a full-time opportunity in a high‑reliability setting. You’ll perform MLS/MLT duties, handle pre-analytical to post-analytical phases, and ensure timely, accurate results for patient care staff in a hospital/clinic environment.

Qualifications include a degree in laboratory or biological sciences and MLS/MT certification or registry eligibility. A sign-on bonus is available, with licensure requirements as applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
• MLS certification or MT certification preferred; registry eligible.
• Board exam completion within 12 months of employment (if registry eligible).
• ND licensure required if working in North Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing.
• Adhere to SOPs and maintain laboratory safety and quality standards.
• Collect and process specimens; conduct manual and automated testing.
• Deliver accurate results to nursing staff and providers.

Skills

MLS

MLT

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory or biological sciences

Associate's degree in laboratory or biological sciences

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health’s Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery.

Facility: Aberdeen Medical Center
Location: Aberdeen, SD
Address: 2905 3rd Ave SE, Aberdeen, SD 57401, USA
Shift: 10 Hours - Varied Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $25 - $44
Pay Info: Sign On Bonus Available

Department Details

Join the lab team in providing exceptional patient care and gain valuable medical skills while playing a critical part in our patients’ diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients’ journey to recovery!

Medical Lab Technician $25.00 - 34.50

Medical Lab Scientist $29.50 - 44.00

Job Summary

Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We’re seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing

• Follows standard operating procedures for MLS/MLTs

• Ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met

• Recognizes safety hazards and complies with all safety practices and protocols

• Collects and processes lab specimens with proper equipment

• Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods

• Collect and manage samples of blood and other fluids from patients

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. MLS

Associates degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. MLT

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.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0270810
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No