Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician

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:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00 Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

This position is an internal laboratory billing position. The duties include:
• Checking billing and coding accuracy for internal laboratory
o This includes following payor rules, ensuring proper documentation, and identifying non-compliance
o Areas of focus:
• HLA
• Blood Bank
• Anatomic Pathology
• Credits on internal laboratory testing
• Coverage for sendout laboratory billing
• Using Epic Patient Financial Services, Epic Beaker, Case Builder, and Wellsky
• Other clerical and billing duties as needed

• Must have at least one year of laboratory experience
• This position will be Monday-Friday with flexible but consistent hours
o No holidays, weekends, or on-call

Summary

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.

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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