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Medical Laboratory Scientist

CHI Oakes Hospital Oakes, North Dakota
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The posted compensation range of $28.80 - $42.84 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-430803 Employment Type Full Time Department Laboratory Services Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 1.0 varied day/evening shifts, call, rotating weekends and Holidays Remote No Category Laboratory

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Working as a Medical Lab Scientist at our Critical Access Hospital, you'll perform a wide range of technical procedures analyzing blood and various body fluids in order to expedite the physician’s diagnosis and treatment of patients. You'll assist with quality audits in accordance with accrediting agencies.

Technical duties will include routine patient testing, complex red cell antibody identification, and preparation of blood components for transfusion.


Every interaction is an opportunity to improve your understanding of a patient's needs, the needs of your patient care team, or the needs of your facility.  You'll advocate for your team as you support them in reaching their full potential, aligning with our operational goals and objectives.

Work involves confidential patient diagnosis and test results, requiring the employee to respect the patient’s right to confidentiality. To thrive in this role, you will have excellent communication skills and interact pleasantly and professionally with all co-workers, medical staff, patients, visitors and others. 

What you'll do...

  • In collaboration with the Medical Laboratory Supervisor, manages the Quality Assurance Program for the department.
  • Develops and maintains a service orientation in performing duties with fellow employees, patients, medical staff and visitors.
  • Has operational responsibility for the clinical/technical aspects of a section of the laboratory.
  • Performs job duties of Medical Technologist; performing a variety of chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic procedures of a moderately and highly complex nature, following established standards and practices to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science from an accredited school.
  • Current certification as one of the following: Med Tech (Medical Tech), Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), Medical Lab Technologist (MLT).
  • Certification by ASCP or NCA.
  • Licensed Med Tech in the state of North Dakota.
Where You'll Work

CHI Oakes Hospital, is a 20-bed critical access hospital that provides various inpatient and outpatient services to approximately 14,000 people in southeastern North Dakota. It is also a 24-Hour Emergency Level V Trauma Center. The hospital building was newly-constructed in 2007, replacing a 50-year old building, and in 2010, Oakes Community Clinic was opened within the hospital building. The hospital is part of a larger values-based organization, CommonSpirit Health.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

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