Sanford Health·Bismarck, North Dakota
Responsible for the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of clinical laboratory testing. Duties include collecting specimens, performing manual and automated tests, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
$23.50 - $44.00 Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!
Join the lab team in providing exceptional patient care and gain valuable medical skills, while playing a critical part in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!
Medical Laboratory Technician $23.50 - 34.50 Medical Laboratory Scientist $27.50 - 44.00
Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.
Collect laboratory specimens, as needed.
Process lab specimens and perform clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods, in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
Demonstrate skill in use of equipment relevant to position.
Demonstrate critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem-solving.
Demonstrate personal commitment to the principles, values, and ethics of the organization to promote a positive work environment.
Seek personal learning opportunities.
Recognize safety hazards and comply with all safety practices and protocols.
Assist in training new staff.
Serve as a laboratory resource.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
May be required to travel to other locations.
Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible.
Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable.
Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications.
May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible.
Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment.
If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.
Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications.
May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in laboratory or biological sciences and national certification (MLS, MLT, or CLT) or registry eligibility. Candidates working in North Dakota must hold a valid state license.
Market context
Allied health imaging roles in North Dakota are often shaped by steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and rural coverage settings, especially for candidates who can work across modalities or patient populations. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for accredited program graduates with RDMS, RVT, or ARRT registration, plus BLS within six weeks and NDMIRT licensure when working in the state. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your credentials and licensure status before applying.