Award Winning Health Care: Avera has been named among the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME.

Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

You Belong at Avera: Competitive pay, front-loaded PTO and options for free health insurance, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.

Exciting opportunity to join the Avera Laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-Lead!

Position Highlights:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!
• Options for Free Health Insurance!
• Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.
• Career Growth opportunities with the largest employer in South Dakota.
• Avera St. Mary’s Named Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals
• Learn more about the Avera St. Mary’s and Pierre community here!

Job Summary

• The lead MLT is accountable for performing all types of laboratory tests & procedures which also include phlebotomy.
• Responsible for documentation and accurate, timely reporting of laboratory results.
• Ensures smooth operation of the laboratory.
• The lead MLT maintains competence on all tests/instruments in their area(s) of responsibility.

Education and/or Experience

• Associates Degree in Medical Lab Technology, Chemistry, Biology or other related field with internship at an approved site.
• 1-2 years of experience is required.
• 3-5 years of experience is preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) from the American Society Clinical Sciences (ASCP) or equivocal agency required within 12 months of hire.

Work Schedule

• Monday – Thursday; 72 hours every 2 weeks
  • 9-hour shifts
  • 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Every 3rd weekend
  • Occasional holiday (Dependent on Clinic Schedule)

Pay

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

• $23.25 - $34.00 per hour

What Makes Avera Special?