OverviewM Health Fairview is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist for the Blood Bank (transfusion medicine) in the Acute Care Laboratory at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-West Bank (https://www.mhealthfairview.org/locations/M-Health-Fairview-University-of-Minnesota-Medical-Center-West-Bank-west) and 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) . This is a full-time, Evening shift position (8 or 10 hours). Open to discussing part-time options as well. Flexible start time options. Typical hours are 2:00pm - 12:30am. Weekend rotation as needed.
This position is also eligible for a shift incentive bonus of up to $1,000, paid out every 6 months.
Hourly shift differential paid for all worked hours.
We offer competitive Benefits (https://www.fairview.org/Benefits) , including Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement.
University of Minnesota Medical Center (UMMC) Blood Bank is an engaging work environment focused on patient safety and experience. We are committed to supporting your career growth, honoring your strengths, and empowering you to make a difference in the lives of others. There are two primary locations of our laboratory, at UMMC East Bank and UMMC West Bank. Our team specializes in transfusion medicine for numerous patient populations, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. The UMMC Blood Bank provides blood components for transfusion and performs routine and complex immunohematology testing, including antibody identification, titers, and elutions. Our team consists of about 45 employees.Interview ProcessWe may send you a link to complete a video interview. This is an outstanding way to showcase who you are and why you want to work for us plus we have the ability to share it directly with our leaders!Responsibilities Job DescriptionThe 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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