Join the Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) as a Medical Laboratory Technician. This position will serve the Field Services (FS) with urinalysis collection for clients who are court ordered to submit to random drug testing and DNA samples. This position will also serve as a resource technician for all laboratory instrumentation including providing trouble shooting and consultation, interacting with the vendor/manufacturer and assisting with documentation of employee competency on the drug testing instruments.
The Medical Laboratory Technician position is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in a career working in a municipal county laboratory providing services within the criminal justice system.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page.
Location and hours: This position is primarily located at the Hennepin County Government Center, 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487, and other satellite locations. The hours of the drug testing lab are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The work schedule will vary to meet operational needs and will not to exceed 40 hours per week.
All personal protective equipment materials are provided, and safety protocols are required to be followed.
New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About the position type: This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as a Medical Laboratory Technician. Click here to view the job classification specification.
This position requires direct observation of male clients submitting urinalysis, so being male has been determined to be a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ), therefore this position must be filled by a male applicant.
In this position, you will:
Assist the laboratory supervisor in developing and implementing educational materials and training for new Medical Laboratory Assistants; act as a primary resource for training new staff when hired.
Perform routine clinical diagnostic laboratory tests in all sections of the laboratory.
Report test results according to established protocol.
Recognize abnormal or unusual test results, evaluate, and troubleshoot when indicated. Communicate such results and follow established procedures for reporting.
Operate, conduct performance checks on, calibrate and maintain testing equipment/instrumentation.
Perform and interpret quality control and monitor results.
Obtain and process specimens used in clinical laboratory analysis.
Record data in appropriate records and calibration data.
Comply with safety regulations and work rules.
Need to have:
One of the following:
An associate degree or higher as a Medical Laboratory Technician from an accredited program.
Completion of a comprehensive military laboratory science program.
Certified or eligible for certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathology) or AAB (American Association of Bioanalysts) through written examination. Must complete certification within one year of hire.
Nice to have:
Experience:
As a Medical Laboratory Technician.
Developing and implementing education and training for new laboratory staff.
Administering urinalysis for the purpose of drug testing.
Performing routine clinical diagnostic tests in a laboratory setting and reporting results to an established protocol.
Operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment (i.e. specimen analyzer) in a laboratory setting.
Working with chemically dependent clients.
Handling highly confidential client medical information.
Knowledge of:
State of Minnesota Court Information System (MNCIS) computer system.
Adult Field Services Court Services Tracking System (CSTS) computer system.
Statewide Supervision System (S3).
Bureau of Criminal Apprehension computer system.
Ability to:
Establish and maintain good relationships with clients, co-workers, and the public.
Resolve problems and develop creative solutions.
Prioritize work involving large caseloads and work independently with minimal direction.
Work effectively with an increasingly diverse client population.
If you have any questions, please contact: Lidy Vu
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile. Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here.
