Medical Laboratory Scientist - Core Lab - FT

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Healths Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation, and discovery.

Facility Information -------------------

• West Patient Building
• Location: Sioux Falls, SD
• Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA

Job Details ------------

• Shift: Evening
• Job Schedule: Full-time
• Weekly Hours: 40.00
• Salary Range: $29.50 - $44
• Pay Info: SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

Job Summary ------------

Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills and love pursuing new knowledge? Were seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.

Responsibilities ----------------

• Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing
• Follows standard operating procedures for MLS/MLTs
• Ensures laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements are met
• Recognizes safety hazards and complies with all safety practices and protocols
• Collects and processes lab specimens with proper equipment
• Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods
• Collect and manage samples of blood and other fluids from patients

Qualifications -------------

• 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

Benefits --------

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• A 401(k) retirement plan
• Work-life balance benefits
• A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

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Sanford Health 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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talentsanfordhealth.org.

Sanford Health has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0251083 Job Function: Allied Health Featured: No