Medical Lab Tech CLS Part-Time

Work Shift

Primarily days with possible weekends / evenings / holidays (United States of America)

The pay range for this position is listed below. Work Schedule : Mon-Thurs shifts include 7 : 30-5, 7 : 45-1, 7 : 45-3, 7 : 45-4 8-5, and 8am to close (roughly 7-730). Friday shifts include 7 : 30-1, 7 : 45-Noon, 8-Noon, or 8am to close. Rotate every 3rd weekend and about 2 holidays / per year.

Sign on Bonus :

MLS : This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment as well as a relocation bonus.

MLT : This position may be eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus with 2 year commitment as well as a relocation bonus.

This position is eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program which helps you pay off your loans faster and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principle

Medical Lab Tech Required Education / License / Certification Requirements :

Associate's Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Science degree, and

MLT - Certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests, procedures and related duties. Utilizes scientific principles as well as technical, procedural, and problem-solving aptitudes for day-to-day laboratory technical operations, quality control, quality assurance, procedure / instrument maintenance and corrective action, test result correlation, and clinical laboratory related continuing education.

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. Accurately performs basic to complex clinical laboratory testing utilizing theoretical knowledge and independent judgment in addition to 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. Critiques, correlates and differentiates results of testing utilizing theoretical knowledge, critical thinking, and independent judgment.

Obtains samples from patients for diagnostic testing using proper pre-analytical specimen collection, specimen handling, transport and storage guidelines for blood and body fluids.

Organizes / prioritizes workload for the most efficient turnaround times for testing.

Participates with the orientation and training for new staff and students.

Participates in any special projects / functions as determined by management staff.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License / Certification, or Work Experience :

Bachelor's Transcript showing Medical Laboratory Science degree or

Bachelor's Transcript showing Medical Technology degree

MLS - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year or

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year or

Medical Technologist (MT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.

Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan

Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - 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.