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Avera St. Luke’s Hospital is looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join our Team!
** This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10,000 with a 2-year commitment. **
** This position is eligible for Avera's student loan repayment program which helps you pay off your loans faster and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
** This position may be eligible for a $2,500 relocation bonus if moving over 500 miles.**
Position Highlights:
- Perform a broad range of laboratory testing in a hospital setting.
- Fully automated, CAP-accredited laboratory.
- Every third weekend and holiday rotation.
- No call involved.
Job Summary
- Staff will be expected to work in the Core Laboratory, including the hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank and microbiology set up.
- Responsible for assisting with collection of samples from patients.
- Responsible for supplying inventory, quality control, reagent preparation, etc.
- Communicate laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate departments, healthcare providers and individuals in both verbal and electronic means.
Education and/or Experience
- Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited two year-college program or technical school is required.
- Six months to one year of related experience or training preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- Certification as Medical Laboratory Technician from the ASCP, AMT, or equivalent required within 12 months of hire.
Work Schedule
- Varied Shifts; 72 hours every 2 weeks
- 8-10 hour shifts;
- Mostly afternoon and evening shifts; May assist on overnights on the weekend once trained.
- Every 3rd weekend & holiday rotation
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
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