Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Full-time

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Culture:  Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

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 position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $15,000 with a 3-year commitment. 

** This position is eligible 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:

• Perform a broad range of laboratory testing in 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 Core Laboratory including the Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Blood Bank and Microbiology setup.
• Responsible for assisting with collection of samples from patients.
• Responsible for supplying inventory, quality control, reagent preparation, etc.
• Initiate and follow through with corrective action as well as manages workflow.
• Communication laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate departments, healthcare providers and individuals in both verbal and electronic means.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science and completion of NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program; or a Bachelor’s degree in a related science and one to two years of experience/training acceptable to the ASCP or AMT for the Medical Laboratory Scientist required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

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

Work Schedule

• Varied Shifts; 72 hours every 2 weeks
  • 8-10 hour shifts
  • Mostly afternoons and evenings - no overnights! 
  • Every 3rd weekend/holiday 

Pay

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

• $27.50 - $41.50 per hour