Medical Technologist (ASCP)

Lakes Regional Healthcare; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Job summary

Lakes Regional Healthcare in Spirit Lake, IA seeks a Medical Technologist to join our patient‑focused laboratory team. This role will interact with senior techs and contribute to improving patient care in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

You will perform specimen collection and processing, run tests, and report results while adhering to CLIA standards and maintaining accurate records. Paid Time Off begins on day one; weekend shifts and a sign‑on bonus are available.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology preferred.
• One year in a hospital setting beneficial.
• Board certification in medical technology or ASCP/HEW or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for specimen collection and processing, test performance, and reporting of laboratory test results.
• Follows procedures for specimen collection and processing, timely test analysis, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Performs proficiency testing and maintains records that demonstrate they are handled in the same manner as patient samples.

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology

Job description

Location: Spirit Lake, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America)

Position Highlights

Weekend Package: 6:00AM - 6:30PM Friday - Sunday. This position comes with a weekend package differential. This position is eligible for a $5,000.00 Sign-On Bonus. Restrictions apply, please contact Human Resources.

About Lakes Regional Healthcare

Be a part of Lakes Regional Healthcare! A multi-disciplinary team built on Compassion, Hospitality, and Stewardship, and the mission of improving the health and well-being of people in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Award Winning Health Care: We take our work seriously and proud to be in the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and Chartis Center for Rural Health since 2019, in the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, to earn the Outstanding Patient Experience Award 2022 by Healthgrades, and the list goes on.

Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice our mission & values in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.

Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!

Lake Regional Healthcare is currently seeking Medical Technologist’s to deliver the best possible medical care in LRH’s patient‑focused setting.

SUMMARY

Seeking a Medical Technologist to be a part of our laboratory team. This position will interact with the existing quality med techs at LRH and be a contributor toward improving the health and well‑being of patients in the Iowa Great Lakes region. Opportunity to work alongside qualified techs in a clean and comfortable environment. Team has scored 100% on the last three CMS - CLIA Standard Inspections.

Responsible for specimen collection and processing, test performance, and reporting of laboratory test results. Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen collection and processing, timely test analysis, and maintaining records of patient test results. Performs proficiency testing and maintains records that demonstrate they are handled in the same manner as patient samples.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology preferred. One year in a hospital setting is beneficial.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE &/OR REGISTRATIONS

A training program in medical technology with board certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists, HEW or other equivalent certification body required.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high‑quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.