Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS

CHI St. Josephs Health of Park Rapids part of CommonSpirit Health is an award-winning 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center hospitalist program testing surgery orthopedics rehabilitation and more so that you can experience better health.

As our Medical Lab Scientist you will be a critical diagnostic expert performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Every day you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology chemistry microbiology etc.). Youll analyze specimens operate/maintain instruments interpret results and conduct quality control providing crucial data for clinical decisions.

To be successful in this role you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation advanced technical proficiency exceptional problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

What youll do...

• Performs and reports waived moderately complex and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Sections Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results identification of patterns of bias rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
• Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology

• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or Bachelors Degree in Biology or related science from an accredited school defined by CLIA.
• Current certification as one of the following or to be obtained as applicable: Med Tech (Medical Tech) Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) OR LAB Tech. Certification by ASCP or NCA.

Preferred:

• Two (2) years of experience is preferred.