Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 30,996 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

Marshfield Clinic Health System is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist for its Stevens Point facility. The role involves conducting various phases of laboratory testing while ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Candidates need an associates or bachelors degree in laboratory sciences and appropriate national certification. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $22.50 to $44.00 an hour.

An attractive benefits package is included for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
• National certification or registry eligibility for Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist.
• Ongoing education credits for license maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing phases.
• Ensure compliance with lab safety and regulatory requirements.
• Collect and process laboratory specimens for testing.

Skills

National certification for Medical Laboratory Technician

Critical judgment in decision-making

Manual and automated clinical lab testing

Education

Associates degree in Laboratory Science

Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences

Job description

Overview

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.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Stevens Point

Location: Stevens Point, WI

Address: 4100 WI-66, Stevens Point, WI 54482, USA

Shift: 10 Hours - Night Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Salary Range: $22.50 - $44.00

Department Details: 7 on 7 off night shift

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 judgment 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

Medical Laboratory Technician

• Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
• Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. 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 or have a provisional license, 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.

Medical Laboratory Scientist

• 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.

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-0261329

Job Function: Allied Health

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