Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist

OverviewThe Infectious Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory (IDDL) located in the Mayo building at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank (https://mhealthfairview.org/locations/m-health-fairview-university-of-minnesota-medical-center-east-bank) has a fulltime day shift MLS position. The hours are Monday –Friday, 7 am– 3:30 pm, rotating every 3 rd weekend and holidays. IDDL performs approximately 950,000 Microbiology and Virology tests annually. We span the spectrum from manual reading of bacteriology cultures to state-of-the-art PCR testing. IDDL offers expertise in the following areas: Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, and Virology.We offer competitive Benefits (https://www.fairview.org/Benefits) , including Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement.Responsibilities Job DescriptionThe Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist (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 performance improvement activities.Job expectations include: following established guidelines to obtain specimens and prioritize work, recognizing problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them, evaluating testing results for accuracy and appropriate intervention, demonstrating understanding of and commitment to Laboratory Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and Laboratory Compliance Programs, orienting and mentoring new employees and students, demonstrating ability to deliver care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served. Other duties may be assigned.QualificationsRequired Qualifications

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

Possess or be eligible to receive appropriate HHS approved laboratory certification (ASCP or AMT). HEW certification is also recognized. Certification is required within 1 year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

BS in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology.

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