Medical Laboratory Scientist

About Avera

You belong at Avera. We are a multidisciplinary team built with compassion, dedicated to the mission of "Moving Health Forward" for our patients and the community. We strive to create an environment where every team member feels they matter, fostering a culture rooted in compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.

About the Role

This position serves as a vital technical resource within the clinical laboratory at Avera Dells Area Health Hospital. You will perform a variety of clinical laboratory tests and procedures, utilizing scientific principles and technical aptitude to ensure the accuracy and reliability of patient data.

Your day-to-day operations will involve managing laboratory instrumentation and disciplines, including supply inventory, quality control, calibration, and reagent preparation. You will apply independent judgment to distinguish between normal and abnormal clinical parameters, initiating corrective actions and alerting appropriate staff when necessary. Beyond testing, you will act as a primary resource for your team, providing technical guidance, training new employees on equipment and procedures, and participating in the development of protocols and laboratory continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Our Standards

We expect every team member to commit to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, and core values. This includes upholding our CARE standards (Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement) with enthusiasm and sincerity. You will work effectively in a team environment to coordinate workflows and ensure a productive atmosphere while maintaining strict confidentiality and complying with all relevant safety principles and regulations, including CMS, The Joint Commission, and OSHA.

Hiring Process & Application

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.

Work location

Work model: On-site

566, Juniata Avenue, Ward 4, Dell Rapids, Dell Rapids Township, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, 57022, United States

Dell Rapids, South Dakota

Key Responsibilities

check_circlePerform basic to complex clinical laboratory tests utilizing established protocols and equipment manuals
check_circleDistinguish between normal and abnormal clinical laboratory parameters and initiate corrective actions for abnormals
check_circleCommunicate laboratory data and technical information to appropriate departments in an accurate and timely fashion
check_circleParticipate in the development of protocols, lab manuals, and new instrumentation activities
check_circleProvide technical guidance and training to team members on new equipment and procedures
check_circleProvide instructions on proper pre-analytical specimen collection, handling, and storage guidelines
check_circleManage day-to-day operations of laboratory instrumentation and disciplines including supply inventory and calibration
check_circleCritique, correlate, and differentiate test results utilizing theoretical knowledge and independent judgment

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related chemical, physical, or biological field
verifiedMLS-AMT certification within 1 year or MLS-ASCP certification within 1 year

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Tests, Quality Control, Calibration, Reagent Preparation, Specimen Collection, Specimen Handling, CMS, The Joint Commission.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Medical or Clinical Laboratory Science required; Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology required; Bachelor's degree in related chemical, physical, or biological field required.

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A Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician at Avera Health is responsible for the following: Perform basic to complex clinical laboratory tests utilizing established protocols and equipment manuals; Distinguish between normal and abnormal clinical laboratory parameters and initiate corrective actions for abnormals; Communicate laboratory data and technical information to appropriate departments in an accurate and timely fashion; and Participate in the development of protocols, lab manuals, and new instrumentation activities.

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Avera Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related chemical, physical, or biological field; and MLS-AMT certification within 1 year or MLS-ASCP certification within 1 year.

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Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician at Avera Health is based in 566, Juniata Avenue, Ward 4, Dell Rapids, Dell Rapids Township, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, 57022, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Avera Health has listed this Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician role as on-site.

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Key skills for Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician at Avera Health include Medical Laboratory Scientist; Medical Technology; Clinical Laboratory Tests; Quality Control; Calibration; Reagent Preparation; Specimen Collection; and Specimen Handling.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Medical or Clinical Laboratory Science required; Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology required; and Bachelor's degree in related chemical, physical, or biological field required.

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Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician at Avera Health is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.

Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician