Medical Technologist – Lab Analysis & QC Expert

LifeCare Medical Center; Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

LifeCare Medical Center in Roseau, MN is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform and supervise complex tests in a high‑quality clinical setting. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or CLS, ASCP or AMA certification (or within 6 months), and strong critical thinking.

AMRCAN SOC for CLIN PATH is required; excellent teamwork is expected. You will follow established procedures, ensure accuracy, provide training to staff, and contribute to quality control and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• National certification ASCP or AMA, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Good critical thinking skills.
• AMRCAN SOC for CLIN PATH (required).

Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures for collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis.
• Evaluates and solves problems related to the collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis.
• Performs assigned analytical tests or procedures requiring the broad exercise of independent judgment with minimal supervision.
• Answers questions regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, sensitivity, and specific factors influencing test results.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurement and results and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Recognizes abnormal results and refers them to the appropriate personnel according to the critical limit notification policy.
• Operates instruments within the scope of training, utilizing established protocols and quality control checks; maintains equipment and corresponding records.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate action to correct the malfunction.
• Communicates test results, reference ranges, and specimen requirements to appropriate staff.
• Performs routine quality control and maintains accurate records; determines action needed when quality control results are not within acceptable limits.
• Demonstrates laboratory technical skills to new employees and students; accepts responsibility for the student’s training as assigned.
• Provides general supervision to clinical laboratory assistants for proper performance and test results of high‑complexity procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physiological, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patients.
• Attends laboratory and/or organizational meetings and in‑services to allow effective communication and training.
• Participates in the evaluation of new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of personnel, equipment, space, method comparison, cost analysis, and establishment of reference intervals; writes and revises technical procedures.
• Provides training to appropriate personnel for new procedures.
• Performs electro‑cardiograms.

Skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

Job description

LifeCare Medical Center in Roseau, MN is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform and supervise complex tests in a high‑quality clinical setting. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or CLS, ASCP or AMA certification (or within 6 months), and strong critical thinking.

AMRCAN SOC for CLIN PATH is required; excellent teamwork is expected. You will follow established procedures, ensure accuracy, provide training to staff, and contribute to quality control and