Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Looking for Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist (MLS/MT) at Crosby, MN  Full Time

• Medical Laboratory Scientists and Medical Technologists (MLS/MT) are highly trained and dedicated health professionals who provide reliable laboratory test results used in prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. The MLS/MT lead the Laboratory Team while collecting blood samples, performing laboratory tests, verifying and submitting test results in a timely manner. Guided by our dedication to excellence, all Cuyuna Regional Medical Center employees strive to provide professional, efficient, and compassionate service in all our work, supporting each other and CRMC goals.

  Must maintain CE requirements for ASCP to use the title of Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS).

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science preferred. Must provide a copy of the highest diploma or degree obtained.
• License/Certificates:
  • ASCP certification within one year of hire.
• Special Skills and Aptitudes:
  • Ability to organize and prioritize.
  • Able to communicate technical or procedural concepts effectively.
  • Understands the theory of current methodologies.
  • Possesses a strong understanding of computer processes, concepts, interfaces, and LIS software.
  • Ability to solve problems and implement solutions effectively.
  • Ability to work under stressful situations.
  • Effective interpersonal relation skills.
  • Effective observational and reporting skills.
  • Ability to lead and supervise personnel.

• 1. Responsible for obtaining, processing, and analyzing blood and body fluids.
  2. Responsible for complete, accurate, and timely reporting of laboratory findings.
  3. Responsible for verifying positive patient and specimen identification.
  4. Responsible for verifying and maintain specimen integrity.
  5. Utilize the AIDET model of customer service, to interact with patients calmly and pleasantly.
  6. Communicate with providers, Lab Manager, or Lab Coordinator regarding any patient concerns.
  7. Responsible for calling critical results within 30 minutes per protocol.
  8. Identify abnormal results, reference, linear, and critical ranges.
  9. Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide variety of laboratory instrumentation and analyzers.
  10. May be assigned rotations in Microbiology, in addition to core Lab sections.
  11. May be assigned to lead specific Lab sections and or PI Teams.
  12. Act as Lab liaison for Providers, Nurses, and other Healthcare professionals.
  13. Perform daily, weekly, and periodic QC calibration, and method verification as needed.
  14. Complies with all COLA, CLIA, JC, AABB, HIPAA, CMS, and OSHA regulations and all CRMC policies and procedures.
  15. Maintain and retain complete and accurate records per protocol.
  16. Perform clerical tasks such as answering phones, taking messages and faxing/photocopying, obtaining valid orders.
  17. Assist Phlebotomists, Patient Access Specialists, MLTs, and other healthcare team members as needs arise.
  18. Assist patients in way-finding and understanding.
  19. Perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
  20. Maintain a safe, neat, and well stocked work area.
  21. Demonstrate Standards of Excellence when other duties are assigned.

Why Cuyuna Regional Medical Center? CRMC provides the highest quality patient care by hiring exceptional, qualified individuals and providing opportunities for growth and advancement. We are more than 1,000 employees working in a unique environment that brings together the best in patient care and innovative medical specialties. From our expansive surgery suites with leading edge technology to our resort inspired senior living spaces, from trauma to routine, obstetrics to hospice, we provide services across the continuum of care – all in Minnesota’s beautiful Brainerd lakes country. For more information about our medical campus visit: .

We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes exceptional benefits.

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Site Description: Crosby a city of 3,000 residents is part of the and Area in central Minnesota. It is a top 5 destination in the United States for mountain biking. Crosby is just 15 miles from Brainerd, MN and a two-hour drive from Minneapolis/St. Paul. The , which is serviced daily by Delta Airlines, is located 11 miles from Crosby. CRMC is located within a two-hour radius of Alexandria, Duluth, and St. Cloud.