Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Park Rapids

** Job Summary and Responsibilities*
* As our Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), 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.

** What you'll do...*
* + 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

+ 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

+ Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair

+ Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters

+ Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders

+ 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*
* + Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related science from an accredited school defined by CLIA.

** Preferred*
* + Current certification as one of the following or to be obtained as applicable:
Med Tech (Medical Tech), Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) OR LAB Tech. preferred

+ Certification by ASCP or NCA preferred

** Where You'll Work*
* CHI St. Joseph's Health of Park Rapids, part of Common Spirit Health, is an award-winning, 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center, hospitalist program, testing, surgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and more so that you can experience better health.

** Pay Range*
* $28.80 - $42.84 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.