Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist

Paradox; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

Essentia Virginia Hospital is seeking qualified Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) and Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) to join their general lab team. The positions involve performing and reporting tests across complexity levels per CLIA for patients of all ages, with emphasis on quality assurance, instrumentation maintenance, and phlebotomy as needed.

Hiring requires ASCP certification or equivalent with CLIA-compliant experience; day/evening/night rotation and weekend/holiday shifts are

Qualifications

• Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician
• OR Meets CLIA guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative route.
• 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) .

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.
• MLT: 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.
• MLS: 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

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

BS in Clinical Laboratory Science or MLS (ASCP)

Job description

Building Location:

Essentia Virginia Hospital

Department:

2082010 GENERAL LAB - VIR HOSP

Job Description:

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.

Education Qualifications:

Bonus eligible for external candidates

MLT: $24.31 - $33.68

• 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:

0.6

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Variable

Shift End Time:

Variable

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)

Union Posting Deadline:

06/15/2026

Compensation Range:

$24.31 - $33.68Employee 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].