Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sanford Health
Summary
Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.
Job description
Summary
Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.
Job Description
- Collect laboratory specimens, as needed.
- Process lab specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods, in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate skill in use of equipment relevant to position.
- Demonstrate critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Demonstrate personal commitment to the principles, values, and ethics of the organization to promote a positive work environment.
- Seek personal learning opportunities.
- Recognize safety hazards and comply with all safety practices and protocols.
- Assist in training new staff.
- Serve as a laboratory resource.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- May be required to travel to other locations.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required
- National certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved HHS agency (e.g., ASCP) or registry eligible
- Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable
- Registry eligible candidates must complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment
- If working in North Dakota, must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice
- Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to state requirements
- May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.