Medical Lab Technician/Scientist
Riverwood Healthcare Center
Aitkin, MN
Information Technology, Analyst, Science / R&D / Research
Important Note:
We welcome applicants with a background in science or biology related fields, not just those with a formal education in Medical Laboratory Technology. If you hold a degree in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, biomedical science, or a related scientific discipline, we strongly encourage you to apply.
About the Position:
You will conduct and report on tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, for patients of all ages. Your role will support routine screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases and injuries. Key responsibilities include:
- Performing complex problem-solving tasks.
- Engaging in Quality Assurance and Quality Control Monitoring.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory instruments.
- Processing specimens and performing phlebotomy.
- Providing excellent customer service.
What we are looking for:
MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)
- Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent.
- Alternatively, meet CLIA guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing.
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) or equivalent is required within one year of hire.
MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist)
- Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science.
- Alternatively, MLT (ASCP) certified with additional coursework in clinical laboratory science and 2 years of full-time lab experience.
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) is required within one year of hire.
What we offer:
At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another.
Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
This posting is for a Casual work status, which means that you will be scheduled only when needed and there are no set hours. Casual employees are not eligible for employee insurance benefits.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
About the company
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Riverwood Healthcare Center in Northern Minnesota is a clinic and hospital system that is recognized on both the state and national level for clinical excellence. Riverwood has been nationally recognized as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital five times.
State-of-the-art emergency care is available 24/7 with a dedicated emergency care physician on site at all times. The hospital has Level 3 Trauma Care and Comprehensive Advanced Life Support designations. For rapid air ambulance transport, we have an on-site helipad.
Our 25-bed hospital with all single-occupancy patient rooms offers a unique healing environment. The private birthing center has three spacious suites with sofa sleepers, whirlpool tub and other amenities.
Three primary care clinics in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor offer access to a wide range of experienced family practice and internal medicine doctors, nurse practitioners and advanced care practitioners. Urgent Care is available at the Aitkin clinic, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Our Specialty Clinic in Aitkin offers a wide variety of specialists treating diseases and conditions, keeping care close to home.
For more information, call our hospital at 218-927-2121 or our clinic appointments line at 888-270-1882. Visit us at www.riverwoodhealthcare.org or on Facebook.