Med Lab Scien/Med Technologist

Fairview Range is hiring a Medical Technologist for our Laboratory Services Department in Hibbing, MN.

The MLS/MT functions independently in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice. A 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 improvement activities.

Schedule: This position will work 40-71 hours per two weeks.  The shift length will be 8 and 12-hour shifts that include days, evenings, nights. Weekends: Every other weekend.

Benefits: This position is eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and so much more!

Internal posting through:  10/12/2024

About Fairview Range Medical Center Lab

The hospital lab at Fairview Range provides 24/7 support for Fairview Range Medical Center and the Fairview Mesaba Clinics. We are a CAP accredited, highly complex lab with a fully functional microbiology lab including molecular testing and have on-site pathology support. We’re proud to offer a collaboration with the M Health Fairview laboratory systems, which allows our patients local access to a more extensive array of lab services.  Are you interested in joining our incredible team? Seize the opportunity by applying today!

• CAP accredited.
• Lab consists of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, transfusion medicine including antibody identification, microbiology, histology, cytology, and pathology.
• Part of multidisciplinary care team supporting each inpatient department.
• Lab staff include MLS/MT, HT, MLT, and LCT as well as tech specialists in various lab sections.

About Fairview Range

Fairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a partnership of Fairview Health Services, the University of Minnesota, and M Physicians. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Medical Center, Fairview Mesaba Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice, and Fairview Transportation Services.

Apply today to join our 34,000 employees and 5,000 system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other. 

As a Medical Technologist, you will be responsible for:

• Collecting and processing biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Performing testing analysis and verifying assay/analyzer performance according to SOP in an efficient, cost-effective manner. Any combination of the following areas may be included: Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, Immunology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Phlebotomy.
• Explaining test procedures when applicable to patients in a manner geared to gain cooperation and relieve anxiety about the procedure.
• Acting as a resource for problem solving, corrective action and troubleshooting for lab procedures and unexpected events in lab operations.
• Participating in the lab Performance Improvement program by collecting data, reviewing the results and implementing corrective action recommendations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes as specified in CLIA ’88.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory or Medical Technology
• MLS(ASCP)CM or MT (ASCP) prior to Jan 1, 2004.

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