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Valley Medical and Wellness

Laboratory Technologist 1 - Evening

Valley Medical and Wellness, Burnsville, Minnesota, United States, 55337


The Laboratory Technologist 1 main duties include data entry, specimen processing and analysis of clinical samples. Responsibilities may be limited to one testing area or may overlap across lab departments. This position also provides support to the clinic personnel and clients in the ordering of laboratory tests and proper specimen collection. All laboratory technologists report to department supervisors and the laboratory manager.

Current disciplines of testing at Valley Medical include toxicology, molecular, immunology and infectious disease.

Primary Responsibilities:

Receive and organize laboratory samplesSample processing, analysis and reporting of resultsPerform and evaluate quality control and calibrationsInstrument maintenance and troubleshootingPrepare reagents, controls and standards as appropriate per assay/test system SOP.Analyze proficiency samples as a part of standard patient workflowCreate and submit reports to laboratory managementDocument corrective and preventative action in all testing proceduresAssemble test kitsManage inventoryAble to analyze data to distinguish questionable assay performance and escalate as appropriate.Operate and maintain robotic liquid handling instrumentation and equipmentFollow all Valley Medical policies and proceduresProvide customer service to Valley Medical staff and clients

Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience and Credentials:

Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in chemical, biological, or Medical Laboratory Science or a two year associates degree and certified as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (ASCP or equivalent)Ability to work independentlyProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to prioritize tasks and manage timeAble to work in fast-paced environment to maintain test quality and efficiencyPreferred Skills and Knowledge:

At least 1+ year of laboratory work experience.Experience with immunoassay analyzers, LC/MS systems, PCRPrevious experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Records System (EMR).Additional Position Details: (hours, locations, commute)

Schedule is 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Monday through Friday but may vary based upon business needs and growth of services.Job location is the Corporate Lab located in Burnsville, MNThere is no commuting requirement for the position as a normal part of work responsibilities.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We accept OPT and CPT.