Job Description
Job Description:
Responsible for performing and reporting tests of all complexity levels, as defined by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries. Analyze tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, clinical microscopy, urinalysis, molecular testing and blood banking. Interpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge, exhibit problem solving skills of a highly complex nature, participate in sample handling and preparation, Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance, and troubleshooting. In addition, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing duties and participates in research, development, education, and technical consultation.Education Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field and 2 years related experience. Must also have 24 months of experience with each of the following:
1) Performing high complexity testing on patient specimens using manual methods and automated analyzers in all the laboratory sections.
2) Executing and analyzing tests in areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Clinical Microscopy, Urinalysis, Molecular Testing, and Blood banking.
3) Participating in quality assurance, quality control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance, and troubleshooting.
4) Performing specimen collection, identification process, and procedures to facilitate simple to complex diagnostic testing. Must possess certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP), Medical Technologist (ASCP), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA). Employer will accept experience gained concurrently.
Salary: $61,339 to $92,019/year.
Full-time, position located in Fosston, MN. Please apply online at https://www.essentiacareers.org/jobs.