Diagnostic Laboratory Tech
Children's Minnesota·Minneapolis, Minnesota
Children's Minnesota·Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Diagnostic Laboratory Technologist is responsible for specimen processing, performing tests, and reporting results according to CLIA'88 standards. Additional duties include maintaining equipment, managing supply inventories, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
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Diagnostic Laboratory Technologist is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and test result reporting as defined by CLIA'88.
The DLT provides service in one of more sections of the laboratory with a high level of accuracy, prevision and timeliness and ensures compliance with departmental and regulatory agency standards.
Service is provided to patients of all age groups.
Non-technical duties include taking supply inventories, stocking supplies, cleaning and maintaining work area, equipment and instrumentation.
DLT will abide by Children's Minnesota Values in all facets of their work.
Location (e.g. remote or on-site): On-site
DHS Background Study Required? Yes
Bachelor's in a Chemistry or Biological sciences field with a minimum of 24 semester hours of science courses that include *Six semester hours of chemistry and *Six semester hours of biology and *Twelve semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
License/Certification/Registration required? No
Education: *Baccalaureate degree or equivalent required (CLIA '88 regulations) *12 hours of continuing education
*Required - up to 1 year of experience in a clinical or anatomic diagnostic laboratory *Preferred - 2 years documented laboratory training in the specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
*Computer Skills *Detail oriented *Must be highly organized, efficient, and multifunctional. Must have good communication skills *Ability to work independently as well as in a team *Demonstrates accountability for actions and decisions in daily work *Solicits and accepts feedback in a positive manner *Offers constructive input to support the work unit
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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.
In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
A bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biological sciences with specific science credit hours is required. Candidates should have up to 1 year of clinical or anatomic diagnostic laboratory experience, with 2 years preferred for high complexity testing.
Market context
Diagnostic laboratory tech roles in Minnesota are often competitive because employers look for a chemistry or biological sciences degree with specific science coursework, plus up to 1 year of clinical or anatomic lab experience. Candidates who can show hands-on lab skills, attention to quality procedures, and familiarity with diagnostic workflows may stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here first to save time, then match your transcript and lab experience to the posting before applying.