Laboratory Care Technician
About the role
Fairview is seeking a Laboratory Care Technician to join the Laboratory team at M Health Fairview Lakes Hospital. This is a temporary position running through October 2026, offering an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a hospital laboratory setting. This position works overnight shifts from 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM, Wednesday through Sunday, averaging approximately 50 hours per two-week pay period. Additional hours may be available, and the selected candidate may have opportunities to pick up extra shifts based on department needs.
Responsibilities
- Follows established guidelines to obtain biological specimens and perform procedures.
- Collections biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Performs phlebotomy at various sites and communicates special handling needs of the specimen.
- Uses appropriate communications skills to meet patient/family and other customer needs.
- Demonstrates proficiency with point care testing and/or waived testing.
- May perform EKGs.
- May train others in phlebotomy skills.
- Safely transports blood and body fluid under proper conditions and in a timely and safe manner.
- Prioritizes work to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Supports and adheres to laboratory quality assurance program.
- Maintains a safe work environment.
- Adheres to safety protocols.
- Follows infection control guidelines.
- Responds appropriately to emergent situations.
Requirements
- High School graduate, equivalent, or a higher degree.
- Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program or Completion of three months of full-time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience or Enrollment in MLT or MLS program including completion of a phlebotomy course.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Successful customer service background within a diverse cultural setting.
- Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
- Able to exercise independent judgment.
- Demonstrate manual dexterity.
- Demonstrates competence and proficient skills in collecting blood samples.
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross).
Qualifications
- High School graduate, equivalent, or a higher degree.
- Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program or Completion of three months of full-time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience or Enrollment in MLT or MLS program including completion of a phlebotomy course.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Successful customer service background within a diverse cultural setting.
- Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
- Able to exercise independent judgment.
- Demonstrate manual dexterity.
- Demonstrates competence and proficient skills in collecting blood samples.
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross).
Skills
- Detail-oriented.
- Thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Committed to supporting high-quality patient care.
Benefits
- Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.
Pay
The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
Schedule
This position works overnight shifts from 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM, Wednesday through Sunday, averaging approximately 50 hours per two-week pay period. Additional hours may be available, and the selected candidate may have opportunities to pick up extra shifts based on department needs.