Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist

Paradox; Fosston (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist to join Fosston Hospital in Fosston, MN. The role supports routine screening, diagnosis, and management of diseases with potential for MLS/MLT pathways.

Responsibilities include performing tests across complexity levels per CLIA, contributing to QA/QC, instrumentation maintenance, and possible phlebotomy duties. 0.8 FTE with day/evening rotation; weekends/holidays required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or CLIA-compliant equivalent for testing complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science for MLS route, or equivalent ASCP path.
• Certification as ASCP MLS/MLT within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report tests of all complexity levels as defined by CLIA for patients of all ages.
• Participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Potentially perform phlebotomy and specimen processing duties; contribute to research and education.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

ASCP certification

Job description

Building Location:

Fosston Hospital

Department:

3042010 GENERAL LAB - FS HOSP

Job Description:

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist to join our team at Fosston Hospital in Fosston, MN. This position is bonus eligible for external candidates

Education Qualifications:

MLT: $24.48 - $36.72

Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

OR

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

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:

MLT:
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certification, is required within one year from the date of hire.

MLS:
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), is required within one year from the date of hire.

FTE:

0.8

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Day/Evening Rotation

Shift End Time:

Day/Evening Rotation

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

$24.48 - $36.72

Employee 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].