Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Microbiology - Full-time

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You Belong at Avera:  Competitive pay, front-loaded PTO and options for free health insurance, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.

Avera St. Luke’s Hospital is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Team!

** This positon may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment.   

** This position is eligible for for Avera's student loan repayment program which helps you pay off your loans and save money.  Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.

** This position may be eligible for a $2,500 relocation bonus.  

Position Highlights:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!
• Options for Free Health Insurance!
• Perform a broad range of laboratory testing in a hospital setting. 
• Fully automated, CAP-accredited laboratory.
• Every third weekend and holiday rotation.
• No call involved. 

Job Summary

• Staff will be expected to work in the microbiology section primarily with plate reading and culture setup. 
• Responsible for supplying inventory, quality control, reagent preparation, etc.
• Initiate and follow through with corrective action as well as manages workflow.
• Communicate laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate departments, healthcare providers and individuals in both verbal and electronic means.
• Participate in development of procedures, protocols, lab manuals, new instrumentation, lab CQI or other activities as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science and completion of NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program is required. 

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist from the ASCP, AMT, or equivalent required within 12 months of hire.

Work Schedule

• Day Shifts; 72hours 2 weeks
  • 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation

Pay

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

• $27.50 - $41.50 per hour