Medical Laboratory Scientist

About the role

Avera St. Lukes, a company based in Aberdeen, SD, is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests, procedures, and related duties.
• Utilizes scientific principles and technical, procedural, and problem-solving skills for day-to-day laboratory operations, quality control, quality assurance, instrument maintenance, and corrective action.
• Accurately performs basic to complex clinical laboratory tests using theoretical knowledge and established protocol, techniques, and equipment manuals.
• Distinguishes between normal and abnormal clinical laboratory parameters and ensures all abnormalities are rechecked. Alerts appropriate staff and documents actions.
• Communicates laboratory data and technical information accurately and promptly to relevant departments and individuals.
• Critiques, correlates, and differentiates test results using theoretical knowledge and established protocol, techniques, and equipment manuals.
• Participates in the development of protocols, lab manuals, new instrumentation, lab CQI, or other laboratory developmental activities.
• Provides technical guidance to and serves as a primary resource for various team members.
• Trains new employees or co-workers on new equipment/procedures as applicable.
• Collects specimens as necessary and provides instructions on proper pre-analytical specimen collection, handling, and storage guidelines for various body fluids.

Requirements

• Must be able to work the specified hours.
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Medical or Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science, or Medical Technology.
• Must hold an MLS from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) within one year or an MLS from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within one year.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow established protocols.

Benefits

• Paid time off available day one for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement plans.
• Hands-on training and mentorship opportunities for career development.