Medical Laboratory Assistant

1 week ago

Duluth, Minnesota, United States Essentia Health Full time

Medical Laboratory Assistant -Phlebotomist at Essentia Health summary:
The Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist supports the laboratory by performing pre-analytical and post-analytical tasks, ensuring patient safety while collecting and processing specimens. This role involves specimen collection through venipuncture and conducting waived lab tests while adhering to accreditation standards. The position requires completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program and provides opportunities for professional development at Essentia Health.

Job Description: The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories. The MLA will promote patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing. This position will also perform waived lab testing following standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.

Education Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

Collects specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other

miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)
Performs specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements

to support clinical laboratory testing
Performs laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure

requirements
Participates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as

appropriate
Follows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and

equipment to ensure safety and quality

Educational Requirements:
Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
​

OR
Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program

within 1 year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

:
Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification
Recent specimen preparation and processing experience
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators' license
Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health's benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.

Job Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End:

Day/Eve Rotation / Day/Eve Rotation

Hours Per Pay Period:

64

Compensation Range:

$19.03 - $28.23 / hour

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

FTE:

0.8

Weekends:

Yes

Keywords:
Medical Laboratory Assistant, Phlebotomist, specimen collection, clinical laboratory testing, patient safety, medical terminology, venipuncture, ASCP certification, lab testing, healthcare

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