What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist position at Fairview Health Services?
Fairview is looking for a Full Time Medical Laboratory Scientist for the Northeast Clinic Laboratories (1.0 FTE or 80 hours/2 week pay period). Primary site is M Health Fairview Clinic - Vadnais Heights with a weekend shift at an Urgent Care site. Shifts may also be assigned at M Health Fairview Clinic - Wyoming, M Health Fairview Clinic - Hugo, M Health Fairview Clinic - Blaine, and M Health Fairview Clinic - Stillwater. Shifts are 8 hours in length, working the closing shift at Vadnais Heights Monday and Tuesday from 9:45am to 6:15pm and Friday from 8:45am to 5:15pm, with shifts at alternate clinics on Wednesday and Thursday. Shift may vary based on business needs, with the latest ending time of 6:15pm. Weekend hours will be one day (Saturday or Sunday) scheduled every 5-6 weeks at an Urgent Care location.
Staff that travel between clinics are compensated with mileage reimbursement, as well as additional $3/hour float pay when travelling to applicable locations.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist (MLS/MT) functions independently in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice. An 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 performance improvement activities.
Job expectations include:
- Follows established guidelines to obtain specimens and prioritize work.
- Performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing.
- Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them.
- Evaluates testing results for accuracy and appropriate intervention.
- Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to Laboratory Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and Laboratory Compliance Programs.
- Orients and mentors’ new employees and students.
- Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Nursing in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes as specified in CLIA’88
- Good phlebotomy skills
- Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment
- Possess or be eligible to receive appropriate HHS approved laboratory certification (ASCP, or AMT)
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) within 90 Days
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www..fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Salary : $33 - $47
