Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO day 1 for eligible hires

Employer retirement matching (up to 5)

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Avera Queen of Peace Hospital in Sioux Center, IA seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform clinical laboratory tests and support quality control. The role involves managing instruments, executing procedures, and communicating results to care teams.

Shifts rotate (days/evenings/nights/weekends) with a pay range of $24.00–$44.00 per hour. PTO day 1, retirement matching, and hands-on mentorship are offered to support ongoing career development.

Qualifications

• Visual acuity and effective communication are required.
• Associate or Technical certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent.
• Certification as MLS/MLT (AMT/ASCP) within 1 year is expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation and workflows.
• Perform basic to complex clinical laboratory testing following established procedures.
• Maintain quality control, instrument calibration, and reagent preparation.
• Communicate lab data clearly to healthcare teams and document results.
• Assess results with independent judgment and escalate as needed.
• Support CQI activities and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Quality control

Communication

Education

Medical Laboratory Technology degree

Job description

Location:

Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)

Pay Range

$24.00 - $44.00

Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

Position Highlights

Rotating Shifts of either 1300-2130, 1400-2230, or 0800-2030 with every 3rd weekend/holiday

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests, procedures and related duties. Utilizes scientific principles as well as technical, procedural, and problem-solving aptitudes for day-to-day laboratory technical operations, quality control, quality assurance, procedure/instrument maintenance and corrective action, test result correlation, and clinical laboratory related continuing education.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation or disciplines including but not limited to: supply inventory, quality control, calibration, reagent preparation, etc.


• Initiates and follows through with corrective action, utilizing MLS and/or supervisory assistance as necessary; prioritizes and manages effective workflow.


• Accurately performs basic to complex clinical laboratory testing following established procedure, protocol, techniques and/or manufacturer guidelines.


• Communicates laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate departments, healthcare providers, and individuals in an accurate and timely fashion. Includes verbal as well as electronic means.


• Critiques, correlates and differentiates results of testing utilizing theoretical knowledge, critical thinking, and independent judgment; seeks MLS and/or supervisory resources as necessary.


• Assesses the validity of results which appear usual, or which may differ significantly from previous results or expected values and take appropriate corrective action as necessary with assistance from MLS and/or supervisor as needed.


• Participates in established lab CQI or other laboratory activities as assigned.


• Provides instructions on proper pre-analytical specimen collection, specimen handing, and storage guidelines for various body fluids and/or may collect specimens as necessary.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Associate's Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Technology degree or


• Technical Certificate Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Technology degree


• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year or


• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

Preferred Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• 1-3 years of related experience or training

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.


• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.


• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.


• Maintain confidentiality.


• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.


• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.


• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement


• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].