Medical Technologist

Overview:
Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services.

CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

CHI St. Alexius also provides you with the quality care you provide to others. We care about our employees well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
Care@Work program supporting any child care, pet care, or adult dependent needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
Adoption Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
Matching Retirement Programs
Wellness Program

Responsibilities:
CHI Minot Medical Plaza is looking for a Full Time MLT to join the team

Supervises the clinic lab team activities to assure high quality, effective operations and wise use of resources.

Develops and uses the orientation, education, competency, and evaluation materials necessary to provide a highly skilled, customer focused team for running an efficient lab.

Exhibits positive communication skills with all customers.

What You'll Do:

Performs laboratory tests accurately and reports results in a timely fashion.
Assures quality control is completed and documented accurately as required.
Performs phlebotomies and specimen collection following policies; patient identification, sterile technique, labeling of specimens, choosing correct tubes/containers,

specimen storage
Performs required instrument maintenance, validations, calibrations, & troubleshooting
Completes correct order entry of laboratory requests
Evaluates and implements techniques, procedures and new instrumentation
Develops and implements Quality Improvement activities
Writes, updates, and revises policies and/or procedures.
Keeps current on regulatory agency requirements and implements changes as needed (JC and COLA)
Participates in and is responsible for regulatory agency lab surveys (JC and COLA)
Oversees inventory and ordering of supplies
Develop & perform laboratory staffs competency assessments for current & new lab equipment & procedures.
Responsible for annual proficiency testing on all tests performed in the lab.
Responsible for staff scheduling, staff duties & staff development.
Works to ensure quality patient care standards and safety practices are met.
Reviews laboratory invoices & analyzers reimbursement data

Qualifications:
Education:

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry or Microbiology

Licensure:

North Dakota State Licensure (MT)

Experience:

Three to five years in a clinical laboratory setting

Skills:

Proficient with Lab computer system
Ability to communicate with patients in order to explain necessary procedures and answer questions
Good educator skills
Good phlebotomy skills

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