Job Description:Essentia Health–Fargo:We combine the expertise of a full-service regional medical center with the welcoming spirit of our community. Our 133-bed hospital features a birthing center, 10-bed newborn intensive care unit, and a 24/7 emergency department. As a Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center, we deliver advanced, life-saving care close to home. Located in the heart of Fargo and connected to the Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic, we provide patients and families with seamless, compassionate care in a vibrant and growing community.St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth MN:We’re northern Minnesota’s largest hospital, with 344 beds to care for you and your loved ones. Whether the unexpected happens or you need a planned medical procedure, we're here for you. You'll find us in downtown Duluth overlooking beautiful Lake Superior. As one of Essentia’s Catholic facilities, we strive to provide holistic healing for all human life. St. Mary’s Medical Center is not only a hospital, but also a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with 24-hour emergency care and critical care. Essentia Health - Fosston:We’re a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital. We treat our patients like we’d treat our own family and friends. Our medical providers may even know you because many of them live in town.Get more of the care you need close to home, including 24-hour emergency care. You’ll find us attached to the Essentia Health-Fosston Clinic. We’re also next to the Essentia Health Living Center and Prairie Pines Community. Essentia Health - Ada/Graceville:Ada - We’re a Level IV Trauma Center and 14-bed Critical Access Hospital. We offer rehabilitation services, surgical care, and 24-hour emergency care.You’ll find the Ada hospital in the same building as the Essentia Health-Ada Clinic.Graceville - We’re a Level IV Trauma Center with 24-hour emergency care and a Critical Access Hospital. You’ll find us on 2nd Street along East Toqua Lake, which offers a tranquil setting. As one of Essentia’s Catholic facilities, we strive to provide holistic healing for all human life.
Education Qualifications: MLT:
Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician
OR
Meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative route.
MLS:
Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science
OR
MLT (ASCP) certified with additional semester hours in clinical laboratory equivalents from an accredited school with 2 years of full time lab experience and certified as an MLS (ASCP) .
Histotechnician:
OR
Successful completion of 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years
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An associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND 1 year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications: MLT:
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certification, is required within one year from the date of hire.
MLS:
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), is required within one year from the date of hire.
Histotechnician:
ASCP Certification as Histotechnician (HT) or equivalent
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: 32nd Avenue Building
Shift Rotation: FTE Flex D/E/N (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: Varies/Varies
Hours Per Pay Period: Full-time
FTE: 1
Weekends: Yes
Call Obligations: Yes
Sign On Bonus: Bonus Eligible
