Fairview Range·Hibbing, Minnesota
The Medical Lab Technician performs chemical, bacteriological, serological, and microscopic procedures, including waived, moderate, or high complexity testing, while ensuring quality control and accurate result reporting. Responsibilities also involve specimen collection, secure handling, efficient workflow management, and scheduling tests as appropriate.
Fairview Range is hiring a Medical Lab Technician for our Laboratory Services Department in Hibbing, MN! ***We’re offering an up to $7,000 sign-on bonus for a two-year commitment!
As a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) you will perform chemical, bacteriological, serological and microscopic procedures in one or more functional laboratory sections.
This position plays an important role in providing quality, proficient, and professional laboratory services to diverse populations within an integrated healthcare environment.
The Medical Laboratory Technician performs waived, moderate or high complexity testing, correlates data-based knowledge of technical and instrumental conditions affecting testing and performs quality control procedures within established parameters.
This position also may be involved in laboratory specimen collection, safe and secure specimen handling, ensuring efficient workflow and may schedules tests and provides results as appropriate.
The MLT works independently under general supervision.
Follows established guidelines to obtain specimens, perform waived, moderate or high complexity testing and report results Collect and process biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Perform testing analysis and verify assay/analyzer performance according to SOP in an efficient, cost-effective manner. Any combination of the following areas may be included: Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Serology, Immunology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Phlebotomy Document and communicate lab test results thoroughly and accurately according to SOP. Perform and document maintenance procedures plus maintain adequate supplies. Seeks assistance appropriately for problem or unusual situations. Consistently implement and adhere to the laboratory customer service standards. The standards include maintaining confidentiality, promoting teamwork, successful communication and conflict resolution. Scheduling tests/procedures according to SOPs Verifying patient demographic and billing insurance information for lab only employees Explaining test procedures when applicable to patients in a manner geared to gain their confidence and cooperation and relieve anxiety about the test Other duties as assigned. Supports and adheres to laboratory SOPs, quality assurance, performance improvement and compliance programs recognizing trends and identifying when additional reporting, communication or other action is appropriate. Demonstrates competency and compliance with all regulatory agency policies. Required Qualifications Associate of Science from a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation accredited MLT program Qualified to work in a highly complex laboratory as a mandated in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA) Medical Lab Tech Certification by ASCP or equivalent or needs to acquire certification within 1 Year
1 year experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician in an integrated healthcare environment 3 years' experience in a clinical laboratory
Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental,vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/rgafscmetech
The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored. EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Candidates must possess an Associate of Science from a CAHEA accredited MLT program and be qualified to work in a highly complex laboratory under CLIA mandates. Certification by ASCP or an equivalent is required, or certification must be acquired within one year of hire.
Market context
Part-time medical lab technician roles in Minnesota are often tied to steady hospital and clinical lab demand, especially where CLIA-compliant testing requires qualified staff. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for an ASCP certification or equivalent, a CAHEA-accredited associate degree, and experience working in highly complex laboratories. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm whether the certification timeline and lab setting match your background before applying.
