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Sanford Health · Sioux Falls, SD

Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - Fulltime Days

TypeFull time
Schedule40 hrs/wk · Days
EducationBachelor's
PostedOct 21
✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
✓Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications.
✓If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
Certifications
✓MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
✓Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible.
✓Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable.
✓Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
✓May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
✓MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
✓Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Sanford Health
Nonprofit · Sioux Falls, SD · 41 hospitals · 5 states
3,893open roles
28lab roles open in SD
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
✓Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications.
✓If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
Certifications
✓MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
✓Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible.
✓Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable.
✓Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
✓May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
✓MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
✓Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
+Benefits
Continuing education
Sanford Health
Nonprofit · Sioux Falls, SD · 41 hospitals · 5 states
3,893open roles
28lab roles open in SD
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Full employer posting

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work

10 Hours - Day Shifts Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

  • Salary Range: $23.50 - $44.00 Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus! Union Position: No Department Details Join our lab team in providing exceptional patient care and gain valuable medical skills while playing a critical part in our patients’ diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients’ journey to recovery!
  • 10-hour day shifts with start times varying between 6-9am; every other weekend rotation
  • Microbiology position in the bacteriology section of the lab Medical Laboratory Technician $23.50 - 34.50 Medical Laboratory Scientist $29.50 - 44.00 Summary Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.

Collect laboratory specimens, as needed. Process lab specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods, in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures. Demonstrate skill in use of equipment relevant to position.

Demonstrate critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem-solving. Demonstrate personal commitment to the principles, values, and ethics of the organization to promote a positive work environment. Seek personal learning opportunities.

Recognize safety hazards and comply with all safety practices and protocols. Assist in training new staff. Serve as a laboratory resource.

Perform other related duties as assigned. May be required to travel to other locations. Qualifications MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.

Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.

If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required. Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.

If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

About the role

Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.