Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist

Paradox; Ashland (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist in Ashland, WI, to join our clinical team and support diagnostic testing across all complexity levels. The role includes QA/QC participation, instrumentation maintenance, and potential phlebotomy duties.

Ideal candidates hold an MLT or MLS pathway with appropriate licensure timelines. Join a mission-driven team focused on high-quality, compassionate care for patients of all ages.

Qualifications

• MLT: requires associate degree in medical laboratory technology or CLIA equivalence.
• MLS: requires bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or ASCP MLS certification.
• Licensure within 12 months of hire as required by relevant board or guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report tests across CLIA-defined complexity levels for patients of all ages.
• Interpret and correlate test results with disease states and knowledge; participate in QA/QC monitoring and troubleshooting.
• May perform phlebotomy and specimen processing; participate in research, development, education and technical consultation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Instrumentation maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Job description

Building Location:

Ashland Clinic

Department:

2242010 GENERAL LAB - ASH

Job Description:

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist to join our team at Ashland, WI. Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.

In this role you will get too:

Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries; will interpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge, exhibit problem solving skills of a highly complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting. May be required to perform phlebotomy and specimen processing duties and will participate in research, development, education, and technical consultation.

Education Qualifications:

MLT: $24.90- $33.65

Graduate of an associate's degree in medical laboratory Technician

OR

Meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative routes.

MLS: $30.14 - $45.21

Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science

OR

MLT (ASCP) certified with additional semester hours in clinical laboratory equivalents from an accredited school with 2 years of full-time lab experience and certified as an MLS (ASCP).

Key Responsibilities:

MLT:

Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries.

Will also exhibit problem solving skills of a complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control Monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, specimen processing, phlebotomy, along with customer service.

MLS:

Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries.

Will interpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge, exhibit problem solving skills of a highly complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.

May be required to perform phlebotomy and specimen processing duties and will participate in research, development, education, and technical consultation.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP), Medical Technologist (ASCP), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA) or equivalent is required within one year from the date of hire

OR

• If North Dakota Sites and Moorhead, MN – Current license or provisional license through the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice within 45 days of hire or transfer

FTE:

1

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Days

Shift End Time:

Days

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

DC USWA Ashland (DCUAS)

Union Posting Deadline:

09/7/2026

Compensation Range:

$24.90 - $33.65Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].