Medical Laboratory Technician/ Scientist

10000 Sanford; Louise (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a skilled laboratory professional to oversee pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing stages. You will ensure adherence to SOPs, safety, and regulatory standards while supporting clinical teams across the enterprise.

The role requires an appropriate degree in laboratory sciences, MLS/MLT or CLT certification, and potential credentialing within 12 months. BLS may be required, and licensure varies by state.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
• Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
• MLS certification or registry eligible with Board of Registry exam within 12 months of employment.
• ND licensure if practicing in North Dakota.
• Continuing education credits as required for license.
• BLS certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing.
• Follows SOPs and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a laboratory resource to other health care personnel and collaborates with other departments across the enterprise.
• Demonstrates critical and independent judgment in decision‑making and problem‑solving.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Associates degree in Laboratory Science

Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences

MLS certification (or MLS) or CLT

Registry eligibility

ND licensure if applicable

BLS certification (may be required)

Job description

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. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $25 - $44 sign on bonus available Union Position: No Department Details Clinic had family medicine, pediatric, and acute care departments. Large lab! Summary Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Job Description Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met. Serves as a laboratory resource to other health care personnel and collaborates with other departments across the enterprise. Demonstrates critical and independent judgment in decision‑making and problem‑solving. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Associates degree in Laboratory Science required. Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. MLS Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (or MLS) 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.

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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail]. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.