Medical Lab Technologist in Rosebud, South Dakota at Akicita Federal, LLC

The Medical Technologist will provide comprehensive clinical laboratory services at the Rosebud Service Unit (RSU), a high-complexity, CLIA-certified facility serving the Native American population. This role supports outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and specialty medical services and requires a high level of technical expertise, independence, and cultural sensitivity.

-Perform a wide range of routine to highly complex diagnostic tests including:

-Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Banking, Urinalysis, Serology, Microbiology, Reference Testing

-Operate and maintain high-complexity laboratory equipment (e.g., Siemens EXL200, Coulter DXH 900, Sysmex CS-2500)

-Conduct phlebotomy on all age groups (venipuncture and capillary)

-Follow and document quality control procedures (e.g., Levey-Jennings charts) per CLIA, HIPAA, and JCAHO standards

-Maintain accurate patient and lab documentation using RPMS and EHR systems

-Respond to emergency situations (e.g., cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis) and maintain current BLS certification

-Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, CMS, TJC, and IHS policies and procedures

-Float across lab departments and shifts as needed and participate in ongoing training, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities

-ASCP or equivalent certification as MT, MLT, or CLS

-Minimum of 12 months experience in a hospital laboratory setting within the last 36 months

-Experience must include blood bank work beyond initial training

-Proficiency in laboratory information systems, word processing, and EHR

-Excellent interpersonal communication, especially in multicultural settings

-Must meet all immunization and health documentation requirements including TB test, MMR, Varicella, Hep B, and annual influenza

-Must pass background check and security clearance

-Rotating shifts (day/evening/night/weekends/holidays)

-May require extended hours during staff shortages

-Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor

-Must attend orientation and annual in-service trainings

-Will be evaluated on professional effort, patient care quality, and adherence to lab protocols