Astera Health has an opening for a Part-Time Medical Lab Technician (MLT) or Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) at the Wadena campus. The primary function of an MLT/MLS include obtaining samples, performing laboratory testing, including but not limited to quality control, instrument maintenance, analytical and post analytical review.

Schedule/Hours Available:

• Part-Time: 24 hours per week, a ll shifts, including every 5th holiday and every 5th weekend rotation.

  Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package for part time and above including health, dental, vision, life and retirement

• Work-life balance through benefits such as paid time off, short and long-term disability and our employee wellness initiative

  Some responsibilities of the MLT/MLS include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of new procedures, products and equipment used in laboratory medicine to act as a resource and provide clinical expertise.

• Performs preventive maintenance in assigned areas to keep equipment in optimal working order. Understands principals of quality control and abides by established guidelines.

• Proficient in microscopic technique to perform urinalysis, hematology and bacteriology procedures.

• Maintains compliance with established standards, i.e., federal, state, CAP, JCAHO and local regulatory agencies.

  Education and Experience Required:

• Requires successful completion of NCCLS approved program

• Maintained certification with ASCP or equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire date.

Astera Health is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.