Medical Laboratory Technician — Day 1 PTO & Growth

Sioux Center Health; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement matching (up to 5%)

Career development and mentorship

Job summary

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform a variety of clinical laboratory tests and related duties. The role emphasizes applying scientific principles, maintaining instrument calibration, quality control, and ongoing education to support patient care.

The position requires engaging in day-to-day laboratory operations, timely communication of results, and participation in continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory testing and analysis.
• Quality control and assurance procedures.
• Effective communication of results to healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation and workflow.
• Initiate corrective actions with MLS/supervisor support as needed.
• Perform basic to complex clinical laboratory tests following procedures and guidelines.
• Communicate results to departments and providers in a timely manner.
• Assess results with critical thinking and seek resources when needed.
• Participate in CQI activities and maintain specimen handling guidelines.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Quality control

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Technical Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform a variety of clinical laboratory tests and related duties. The role emphasizes applying scientific principles, maintaining instrument calibration, quality control, and ongoing education to support patient care.

The position requires engaging in day-to-day laboratory operations, timely communication of results, and participation in continuous improvement activities.