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Fairview Health Services

Laboratory Care Technician

Fairview Health Services, Woodbury, Minnesota, United States

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Job Overview Fairview is looking for a Laboratory Care Technician at M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital. This is a part-time, benefit-eligible position, 56 hours per 2‑week pay period, with 8‑hour shifts on the Evening/Night shifts, including every other weekend rotation. Weekdays will be evening shift (2:00 pm‑10:30 pm), weekends will be every other overnight (10:30 pm‑6:30 am) and include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hours/schedule may vary based upon department needs.

The Woodwinds Laboratory cares for a hospital of over 80 beds. We see all patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. Our service lines include Obstetrics, Emergency Medicine, Oncology, and general surgery. Our Laboratory offers a robust generalist experience for prospective employees. Working with diverse populations within a healthcare environment, the Lab Care Technician (LCT) plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional services in keeping with M Health Fairview Values as they interact with our patients, families, and co‑workers. The LCT performs laboratory specimen collection at various M Health Fairview or outreach locations, as well as provides for safe and secure specimen handling and point‑of‑care testing. Responsible for accurately entering orders and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and associated subsystems; monitoring computer logs for incomplete work; scheduling tests/procedures and providing results in LIS/HIS and over the phone, the LCT's attention to detail and accuracy are the foundation for our providing quality laboratory services. Working as an individual or team member, the LCT continuously works towards providing quality service improvement and optimum support to the department and team members in achieving M Health Fairview's goals.

Responsibilities

Follows established guidelines to obtain biological specimens and perform procedures.

Collects biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Performs phlebotomy at various sites and communicates special handling needs of the specimen.

Uses appropriate communication skills to meet patient/family and other customer needs.

Demonstrates proficiency with point‑of‑care testing and/or waived testing.

May perform EKG’s.

May train others in phlebotomy skills.

Ensures specimens are acceptable for testing including properly identified.

Processes specimens prior to testing or sending to reference labs.

Performs daily quality control, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.

Monitors inventory, ordering and restocking supplies.

Mentors and teaches students.

Prioritizes work to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Prioritizes assigned work.

Transports blood and body fluid under proper conditions and in a timely and safe manner.

Seeks assistance appropriately for problem or unusual situations.

Accurately enters and releases order and collection information into LIS and subsystems.

Monitors computer logs for incomplete work.

Schedules tests/procedures.

Provides results in LIS/HIS and reports over the phone.

Acquires additional computer skills as appropriate to the work area.

Supports and adheres to laboratory quality assurance program.

Maintains a safe work environment.

Adheres to safety protocols.

Follows infection control guidelines.

Responds appropriately to emergent situations.

Required Qualifications

Minimum age 18 years.

Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program, or

Completion of three months of full‑time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience, or

Enrollment in an MLT or MLS program including completion of a phlebotomy course.

Demonstrate competence and proficient skills in collecting blood samples.

Successful customer service background within a diverse cultural setting.

Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.

Demonstrate ability to exercise independent judgment.

Demonstrate manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior laboratory experience in a hospital or clinic setting in a similar capacity.

Benefit Overview Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

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