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Referral testing technician shares her career experience at Children’s Minnesota

At Children’s Minnesota, we believe children always come first. They are awesomely resilient. Eternally optimistic. Totally fearless. They are what we want to be when we grow up. 

Keasha Roan, referral testing technician, is sharing all her favorite things about working at Children’s Minnesota below. 

Tell us why you like your job and position. 

“The laboratory plays an essential part in the delivery of quality health care. We have a wonderful team working together efficiently so that diagnosis and therapeutic decisions are not delayed.”

What do you like about working in this field/department? 

“Children are a blessing. It brings me joy knowing I play a role in their lives for a brighter future and having great coworkers is just icing on the cake.”

Why do you like working at Children’s Minnesota? 

“The work that I do is contributing to a larger purpose, and it’s meaningful which gives me motivation to keep going.”

Join the team! 

Children’s Minnesota is seeking qualified candidates to join our team! 

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