Laboratory Care Technician

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Fairview is looking for a Laboratory Care Technician for the Laboratory at M Health Fairview Lakes Hospital. The primary hours are 1:00 pm-9:30 pm, including every third weekend (0.9

FTE or 72 hours/2‑week pay period). The Lakes Medical Center Acute Care Laboratory comprises approximately 30 team members who staff the department 24 hours/day, 7 days a week. The team performs collections and testing in the areas of chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and transfusion medicine for patients of all ages.

The Laboratory Care Technician (LCT) plays an important role in providing quality, proficient, and professional services, aligning with M Health Fairview values as they interact with patients, families, and co‑workers. The LCT performs laboratory specimen collection at various M Health Fairview or outreach locations, and provides safe and secure specimen handling and point‑of‑care testing. The role also includes accurately entering orders and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and associated subsystems, monitoring computer logs for incomplete work, scheduling tests/procedures, and providing results in LIS/HIS and over the phone.

The LCT’s attention to detail is foundational for quality laboratory services. Working as an individual or team member, the LCT continuously works towards service improvement and optimum support to the department.

• Follows established guidelines to obtain biological specimens and perform procedures.
• Collects biological specimens with appropriate technique, following SOP.
• Performs phlebotomy at various sites and communicates special handling needs of the specimen.
• Uses appropriate communication skills to meet patient/family and other customer needs.
• Demonstrates proficiency with point‑of‑care testing and/or waived testing.
• May perform EKGs and train others in phlebotomy skills.
• Ensures specimens are acceptable for testing, properly identified, and processed prior to testing or sending to reference labs.
• Performs daily quality control, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
• Monitors inventory, ordering and restocking supplies.
• Mentors and teaches students.
• Prioritizes work to achieve optimal patient outcomes and manages assigned workload.
• Transports blood and body fluids under proper conditions, timely and safely.
• Seeks assistance for problem or unusual situations and processes information accurately.
• Enter and release order and collection information into LIS and subsystems; monitors computer logs and schedules tests/procedures.
• Provides results in LIS/HIS and reports over the phone.
• Acquires additional computer skills as appropriate.
• Supports and adheres to laboratory quality assurance program, maintains a safe work environment, and follows safety protocols and infection control guidelines.
• Responds appropriately to emergent situations.

• High School graduate, equivalent, or a higher degree.
• Diploma, GED, equivalency evaluation, or transcript must be provided.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program, or completion of three months of full‑time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience, or enrollment in an MLT or MLS program including a phlebotomy course.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successful customer service background within a diverse cultural setting.
• Ability to work under stress in a variety of situations; exercise independent judgment.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity and competence in collecting blood samples.

• Prior laboratory experience in a hospital or clinic setting in a similar capacity.
• Reliable transportation (if required).

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation, Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, and more. For additional information, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in the union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of posting. Pay may be influenced by FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. Any sign‑on bonus will be honored if applicable.

EEO/Vet/Disabled:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part‑time

Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care