Medical Laboratory Tech​/Scientist

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference. Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.

Why Work for Us? We offer a competitive benefits package that includes - Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan Free Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage 401k plan with company contribution Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers Free Parking Career Growth and Development Supportive Team and Resources

SCOPE:
Is responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed. Performs clinical tests use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases. Demonstrates the clinical thinking and technical skills needed to assess the appropriateness of results and the need for retesting or equipment recalibration.

Performs and monitors specialized diagnostic laboratory tests. Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests. Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room). Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results. Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.

Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens. Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens. Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.

Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators and reagents. Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year. Prepares peripheral blood smear and performs complete WBC differential. Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance.

Processes specimens for send-out testing. Follows the laboratory's policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies supervisor. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.

Verifies all critical results and documents with accurate follow-up. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing. Prepares reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed. Restocks the laboratory area as nee ed. Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting. Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed. Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion.

Processes properly labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.

Medical Lab Tech: $28 - $38 per hour Medical Lab Scientist: $30 - $45 per hour

Medical Lab Tech ASCP Certification Required At least 1 year phlebotomy and laboratory diagnostic experience required Previous hematology and oncology experience preferred Medical Lab Scientist ASCP Certification Required Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or closely related field

Strong Desire to Learn Flexibility Ability to Multi-task Can Successfully Prioritize Tasks Strong Organizational Skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Self-Starter Ability to analyze and develop solutions to problems and issues

The physical demands described here are…