Clinical Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The Clinical Laboratory Technician plays a crucial role in the Central Processing Lab, performing pre-analytic specimen processing and operating various laboratory and office equipment. This role involves entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and handling a high volume of phone calls related to laboratory testing information. Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation, as well as resolving pre-analytic specimen-related issues, are key responsibilities. The technician is an integral part of the laboratory team, supporting patient testing and may also perform complex reagent preparation, manage work unit supply inventory, operate automated systems, and provide training to others.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytic specimen processing.
• Operate laboratory and office equipment.
• Enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system.
• Handle a high volume of phone calls related to laboratory testing.
• Ensure correct patient identification on specimens and documentation.
• Resolve pre-analytic specimen-related issues.
• Support patient testing in the laboratory.
• Prepare complex reagents.
• Manage work unit supply inventory.
• Operate automated systems.
• Provide training to other team members.

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a human biological science such as Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Marine Biology, or Neuroscience.
• Experience in laboratory and medical laboratory testing.
• Proficiency in instrumentation experience and troubleshooting.
• Strong experience in chemistry and biology.

• Healthcare experience is beneficial.
• Master's degree accepted; however, PhD or engineering degrees are not.
• OPT candidates are welcome.

This position is based in the Central Processing Lab. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The environment is dynamic and supports career growth, as recognized by the U.S. News & World 2020-2021 Report as the No. 1 hospital overall and top-ranked in twelve specialties.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2025.

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