Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist

Astera Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,111 - 64,816; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee wellness initiative

$2,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist for a part-time position in Minnesota. The role requires performing laboratory testing, maintaining quality control, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have completed an NCCLS approved program and maintained certification with ASCP. The role includes a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package such as health insurance and paid time off. Schedules are flexible, with options for 8 or 10 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an NCCLS approved program is required.
• Certification with ASCP or equivalent must be maintained.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may suffice.

Responsibilities

• Obtain samples and perform laboratory testing.
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with quality control standards.
• Proficiently conduct urinalysis, hematology, and bacteriology.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory procedures

Quality control techniques

Microscopic techniques

Regulatory compliance

Education

Completion of NCCLS approved program

Certification with ASCP or equivalent

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist - Sign on Bonus!

Job Category : Laboratory

Requisition Number : MEDIC001152

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• Posted : March 17, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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• Pay or shift range: $23.31 USD to $47.05 USD.

Description

Astera Health has a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) or Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) opening at the Wadena campus. Our team consists of diverse individuals that embody our company values of accountability and commitment, while focusing our utmost attention to the superior care of our patients. The primary role of an MLT/MLS is to obtain samples, perform laboratory testing including but not limited to quality control, instrument maintenance, analytical and post-analytical review.

Position Opening

• Part time, scheduled at 64 hours per pay period, with the option to work 8 or 10 hour shifts. This position will primarily be afternoon shifts with rotating every fourth weekend overnights and rotating holidays.
• This position also includes a $2,000 sign on bonus!

Astera Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and retirement. We also support work-life balance through benefits such as paid time off, short and long-term disability and our employee wellness initiative.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of new procedures, products and equipment used in laboratory medicine to act as a resource and provide clinical expertise.
• Performs preventive maintenance in assigned areas to keep equipment in optimal working order. Understands principals of quality control and abides by established guidelines.
• Proficient in microscopic technique to perform urinalysis, hematology and bacteriology procedures.
• Maintains compliance with established standards, i.e., federal, state, CAP, JCAHO and local regulatory agencies.
• Annual technical competencies as required by CAP and Joint Commission.
• Annual employee education as required by organization.

Education and Experience Required

• Requires successful completion of NCCLS approved program
• Maintained certification with ASCP or equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire date.
• Or; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and duties of the job as listed above.

Astera Health is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

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Medical Lab Scientist

Medical Lab Tech

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