Molecular Diagnostics Medical Technologist – Lead & Innovate

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist for Molecular Diagnostics. You will perform clinical testing using automated equipment and specialized protocols, interpret results accurately, and identify abnormal findings.

You will follow SOPs, manage quality control, calibrate instruments, troubleshoot issues, and may lead as charge tech while training new staff. NAACLS-accredited training and MLS/CLS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science or Medical Laboratory Science.
• Completion of a CLS/MLS/MT training program approved by NAACLS.
• OR an approved equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Follows all laboratory procedures including patient identification, specimen collection, diagnostics, documentation and data entry.
• Recognize, document and communicate unusual and/or critical results.
• Competent in multiple work stations as defined by their section.
• Perform and monitor quality control and QA records; participate in quality improvement programs.
• Perform calibration, maintenance, and performance checks on instrumentation; assist in creating maintenance schedules and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, reagents, and samples; evaluate solutions.
• Take leadership as charge tech when assigned and assist in training new staff and interns.
• Perform molecular testing (DNA/RNA extraction, amplification, capillary electrophoresis, data analysis) and assist in developing new molecular tests in Oncology, Genomics and Hematopathology.

Skills

Customer service skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology/clinical laboratory science

NAACLS accredited training program

Job description

Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist for Molecular Diagnostics. You will perform clinical testing using automated equipment and specialized protocols, interpret results accurately, and identify abnormal findings.

You will follow SOPs, manage quality control, calibrate instruments, troubleshoot issues, and may lead as charge tech while training new staff. NAACLS-accredited training and MLS/CLS certification are preferred.