The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) at Avera Milbank Area Hospital performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests and related duties while ensuring quality control and effective workflow. This PRN position requires a relevant degree and certification, with responsibilities including specimen collection, test result analysis, and communication with healthcare providers. The role underscores the importance of teamwork, adherence to safety regulations, and a commitment to patient care and laboratory standards.

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The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

Position Highlights

This is a great opportunity for a MLT or MLS to join the Milbank Laboratory Team in a PRN capacity. New graduates are welcome to apply!

PRN Schedule: Weekdays: 6am-2:30pm; 6:30am-3pm; 7am-3:30pm; 8am-5pm, and 9am-5:30 pm; Assist with weekday overnight call from 6pm-6am; Weekends: 7am-3pm and call from 3pm-7am

Medical Laboratory Scientist Education & Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Scientist degree or
• Bachelor Transcript showing Medical Technologist degree
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year or
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation or disciplines including but not limited to: supply inventory, quality control, calibration, reagent preparation, etc.
• Initiates and follows through with corrective action, utilizing MLS and/or supervisory assistance as necessary; prioritizes and manages effective workflow.
• Accurately performs basic to complex clinical laboratory testing following established procedure, protocol, techniques and/or manufacturer guidelines.
• Communicates laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate departments, healthcare providers, and individuals in an accurate and timely fashion. Includes verbal as well as electronic means.
• Critiques, correlates and differentiates results of testing utilizing theoretical knowledge, critical thinking, and independent judgment; seeks MLS and/or supervisory resources as necessary.
• Assesses the validity of results which appear usual, or which may differ significantly from previous results or expected values and take appropriate corrective action as necessary with assistance from MLS and/or supervisor as needed.
• Participates in established lab CQI or other laboratory activities as assigned.
• Provides instructions on proper pre-analytical specimen collection, specimen handing, and storage guidelines for various body fluids and/or may collect specimens as necessary.

• Associate's Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Technology degree or
• Technical Certificate Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Technology degree
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year or
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

• 1-3 years of related experience or training

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

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