Medical Laboratory Scientist
Little Falls, MNJob$30.05–42.28/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs laboratory testing on patient specimens across disciplines such as hematology, chemistry, and microbiology. The role includes analyzing specimens, operating and maintaining instruments, interpreting results, conducting quality control, and supporting clinical decisions. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science and a medical technologist credential within 12 months; several additional credentials and specialties are preferred.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.
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Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
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Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
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Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
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Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
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Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
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Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology
Job Requirements
Required
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Bachelors Of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA
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Med Technologist - ASCP, within 12 - months or
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Medical Technologist AMT, within 12 - months
Preferred
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International Medical Laboratory Scientist
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Blood Banking
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Chemistry - ASCP
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
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Clinical Laboratory Technologist
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Technologist in Molecular Biology
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Medical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist
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Medical Technologist AAB
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Technologist in Microbiology
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Medical Technologist AMT
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Specialist in Hematology
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Specialist in Microbiobiology
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Med Technologist - ASCP
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Histotechnologist
Where You'll Work
In Central Minnesota you’ll find quality health care as near to you as CHI St. Gabriel’s Health in Little Falls, part of CommonSpirit Health. We’ve been serving this area since 1892 and we have the equipment, experience, and expertise to offer you a full range of the latest health services.
Pay Range
$30.05 - $42.28 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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