Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - Evenings

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 12

Full-timeFargo, ND, USA

About the Job

Requirements

For the Medical Laboratory Scientist option, a bachelor's degree in laboratory or biological sciences is required.
For the Medical Laboratory Scientist option, national Medical Laboratory Scientist certification through an approved Health and Human Services agency, such as American Society for Clinical Pathology certification, or registry eligibility is required; registry-eligible candidates must pass the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
For the Medical Laboratory Scientist option, North Dakota employment requires licensure by the North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
For the Medical Laboratory Technician option, an associate's degree in Laboratory Science is required.
For the Medical Laboratory Technician option, national Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technician certification through an approved Health and Human Services agency, such as American Society for Clinical Pathology certification, or registry eligibility is required; registry-eligible candidates must pass the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
For the Medical Laboratory Technician option, North Dakota employment requires licensure or a provisional license from the North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to state requirements for applicable licenses and certifications.
Basic Life Support certification may be required.
Work the scheduled 8-hour evening shifts, every fourth weekend, and 1–2 holidays per year.

Responsibilities

Collect laboratory specimens as needed.
Process laboratory specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methods in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
Demonstrate skill in using equipment relevant to the position.
Use critical and independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
Seek personal learning opportunities.
Recognize safety hazards and comply with safety practices and protocols.
Assist in training new staff.
Serve as a laboratory resource.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Follow standard operating procedures and ensure laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements are met.

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 Shift:

8 Hours - Evening Shifts (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Compensation:

Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00

Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!



Union Position:

Department Details

Join a world-class lab team while gaining valuable medical skills that play a critical role in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!

Schedule:
• 8-hour evening shifts 3:30pm-12:00am in core lab and blood bank
• Every 4th weekend rotation; 1-2 holidays/year

Medical Laboratory Scientist $29.50 - 44.00
Medical Laboratory Technician $22.00 - 34.50

Sanford Broadway Medical Center is a major medical center located in downtown Fargo that provides comprehensive, award-winning care for patients from across the Midwest. Connected to it is the Sanford Broadway Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the region with over 50 medical specialties and subspecialties.

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.

Job Description

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.

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 [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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