Med Lab Scien​/Med Technologist

Job Overview

Fairview Range is hiring a Medical Technologist for our Laboratory Services Department in Hibbing, MN.

*** We’re offering an up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus for a two‑year commitment!

The MLS/MT functions independently in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice. A MLS/MT performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing and acts as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results. The MLS/MT correlates data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results. The MLS/MT collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote customer satisfaction.

The MLS/MT participates in laboratory improvement activities.

This position will work 72–80 hours per two weeks. The shift length will be 8 and 12‑hour shifts that include days, evenings, and nights. Weekends:
Every other weekend.

The hospital lab at Fairview Range provides 24/7 support for Fairview Range Medical Center and the Fairview Mesaba Clinics. We are a CAP accredited, highly complex lab with a fully functional microbiology lab including molecular testing and have on‑site pathology support. We’re proud to offer a collaboration with the M Health Fairview laboratory systems, which allows our patients local access to a more extensive array of lab services.

• CAP accredited.
• Lab consists of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, transfusion medicine including antibody identification, microbiology, histology, cytology, and pathology.
• Part of multidisciplinary care team supporting each inpatient department.
• Lab staff include MLS/MT, HT, MLT, and LCT as well as tech specialists in various lab sections.

Fairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a partnership of Fairview Health Services, the University of Minnesota, and M Physicians. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Medical Center, Fairview Mesaba Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice, and Fairview Transportation Services.

As a Medical Technologist, you will be responsible for:

• Collecting and processing biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Performing testing analysis and verifying assay/analyzer performance according to SOP in an efficient, cost‑effective manner. Any combination of the following areas may be included:
  Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, Immunology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Phlebotomy.
• Explaining test procedures when applicable to patients in a manner geared to gain cooperation and relieve anxiety about the procedure.
• Acting as a resource for problem solving, corrective action and troubleshooting for lab procedures and unexpected events in lab operations.
• Participating in the lab Performance Improvement program by collecting data, reviewing the results and implementing corrective action recommendations.

• B.S./B.A. in related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes as specified in CLIA ’88
• Medical Lab Scientist through ASCP within 1 year or
• Medical Technologist through ASCP prior to Jan 1, 2004 or Clinical Lab Science

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory or Medical Technology. MLS(ASCP)
  CM or MT(ASCP) prior to Jan 1, 2004
• 3 years’ experience in clinical laboratory

Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more!

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO/Vet/Disabled:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status. $32.55‑ $45.33 Hourly