Laboratory Technologist I
Valley Medical Center, Burnsville, MN, United States
Overview
The Laboratory Technologist I main duties include data entry, specimen processing and analysis of clinical/forensic samples. Responsibilities may be limited to one testing area or may overlap across lab departments. This position also provides support to the clinic personnel and clients in the ordering of laboratory tests and proper specimen collection. All laboratory technologists report to department supervisors and the laboratory manager. Current disciplines of testing at Valley Medical include toxicology, immunology and Molecular.
Responsibilities
Receive and organize laboratory samples
Sample processing, extraction, analysis and reporting of results
Perform instrument maintenance on AU480, Shimadzu LCMS and temperature/humidity monitoring
Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
Prepare reagents, controls and standards as appropriate per assay/test system SOP
Process patient results through (LIS) with high attention to detail
Clean glassware and laboratory workspace as assigned
Document corrective and preventative action in all testing procedures
Manage, track, organize and order inventory
Ability to analyze data to distinguish questionable assay performance and escalate to technical personnel as appropriate
Operate and maintain robotic liquid handling instrumentation and equipment
Adequate vision required for close, peripheral, depth perception capabilities, and the ability to adjust focus
Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Experience and Credentials
Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in chemical, biological, or Medical Laboratory Science or a two-year associates degree and certified as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (ASCP or equivalent)
Ability to work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time
Able to work in fast-paced environment to maintain test quality and efficiency
Preferred Skills and Knowledge
At least 1+ year of laboratory work experience (preferred in regulated lab and with high complexity testing)
Experience with liquid handlers, immunoassay analyzers, LC/MS instrumentation and manual pipetting
Previous experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Records System (EMR)
ASCP accreditation strongly preferred
Additional Position Details: (hours, locations, commute)
This is full time role: Schedule Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (30-minute break), hours may vary based upon business needs and growth of services
Job location is the Corporate Laboratory located in Burnsville, MN
Compensation
$21 an hour. The compensation range may represent the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, qualifications, education, internal equity and business needs.
Benefits Include
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental and Vision
Cell phone reimbursement
401K
Discretionary Profit Sharing
Life Insurance/Disability
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
and MORE
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
We accept OPT and CPT.
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The Laboratory Technologist I main duties include data entry, specimen processing and analysis of clinical/forensic samples. Responsibilities may be limited to one testing area or may overlap across lab departments. This position also provides support to the clinic personnel and clients in the ordering of laboratory tests and proper specimen collection. All laboratory technologists report to department supervisors and the laboratory manager. Current disciplines of testing at Valley Medical include toxicology, immunology and Molecular.
Responsibilities
Receive and organize laboratory samples
Sample processing, extraction, analysis and reporting of results
Perform instrument maintenance on AU480, Shimadzu LCMS and temperature/humidity monitoring
Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
Prepare reagents, controls and standards as appropriate per assay/test system SOP
Process patient results through (LIS) with high attention to detail
Clean glassware and laboratory workspace as assigned
Document corrective and preventative action in all testing procedures
Manage, track, organize and order inventory
Ability to analyze data to distinguish questionable assay performance and escalate to technical personnel as appropriate
Operate and maintain robotic liquid handling instrumentation and equipment
Adequate vision required for close, peripheral, depth perception capabilities, and the ability to adjust focus
Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Experience and Credentials
Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in chemical, biological, or Medical Laboratory Science or a two-year associates degree and certified as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (ASCP or equivalent)
Ability to work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time
Able to work in fast-paced environment to maintain test quality and efficiency
Preferred Skills and Knowledge
At least 1+ year of laboratory work experience (preferred in regulated lab and with high complexity testing)
Experience with liquid handlers, immunoassay analyzers, LC/MS instrumentation and manual pipetting
Previous experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Records System (EMR)
ASCP accreditation strongly preferred
Additional Position Details: (hours, locations, commute)
This is full time role: Schedule Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (30-minute break), hours may vary based upon business needs and growth of services
Job location is the Corporate Laboratory located in Burnsville, MN
Compensation
$21 an hour. The compensation range may represent the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, qualifications, education, internal equity and business needs.
Benefits Include
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental and Vision
Cell phone reimbursement
401K
Discretionary Profit Sharing
Life Insurance/Disability
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
and MORE
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
We accept OPT and CPT.
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