Medical Lab Technician - Community Clinics - hiring incentive - Hennepin County Medical Center

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and in suburban communities. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care and hospice, and operates a research institute, innovation center and philanthropic foundation.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a Medical Lab Technician to join our Community Clinics team. This full time role will work days (start times will fall between 8 and 9 AM). This role will float between a variety of clinics: Brooklyn Park, East Lake, Golden Valley, Richfield, and Whittier.

Under direct supervision, performs and evaluates clinical laboratory tests following established procedures and provides quality and competent patient and family centered services that meet HCMC and departmental standards

A $1000.00 hiring incentive is available for eligible external candidates (current employees, contract/temporary workers, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows all laboratory established procedures and processes, including but not limited to: patient/specimen identification, specimen collection and/or processing, diagnostic testing, proficiency testing, recognition and communication of unusual and/or critical result values
• Performs accurate documentation in the laboratory information system and/or on patient result logs. 
• Performs and monitors quality control processes according to standard operating procedures.
• Performs calibration, maintenance, and performance checks on instrumentation according to standard operating procedures
• Performs troubleshooting processes for instrumentation, reagents, and/or patient samples as they occur.
• Assists in training/teaching of new team members and/or student interns
• Assists with inventory maintenance
• Core Lab: Competent in four work stations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate of Arts or Associates of Science degree

AND/OR

• Completion of a Laboratory Technician training program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)

OR

• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated
• Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
• Ability to read and follow written instructions

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Basic computer skills
• Good technical skills
• Good critical thinking skills

License/Certifications:

• Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Technician CLT (NCA), or approved equivalent

OR

• Eligible for certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)

Note: As a condition of employment, an employee hired with “eligible” status must take the first available examination after their date of hire, and pass a nationally approved certifying exam within three consecutive administration of the exam within a 12 month period

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.  

Please Note:  Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.