Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job DescriptionJob Description: Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications for our Medical Laboratory Assistant opening. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!Starting Pay: $19.03/hourOur benefits include:• Medical and Dental Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program• Retirement• Flexible Spending Account• Employee Assistance Program• Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays• Paid Parental LeaveThe Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories, including assisting Phlebotomy at the Hospital, Clinic, Nursing Home and Assisted Living facilities. Must have own reliable transportation.The MLA will also 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 testingPerforms laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirementsParticipates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriateFollows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality

Educational Requirements:Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program​ORCompletes 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) certificationRecent specimen preparation and processing experiencePossession of a valid motor vehicle operators’ licenseKnowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills

Job Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation/Day/Eve/Night Rotation

Hours Per Pay Period:

48

Compensation Range:

$19.03 - $28.23 / hour

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

FTE:

0.6

Weekends:

Yes

Call Obligations:Sign On Bonus:

Medical Laboratory Assistant at Essentia Health summary:The Medical Laboratory Assistant at Essentia Health Laboratories plays a vital role in supporting pre-analytical and post-analytical functions, which includes assisting phlebotomy and collecting specimens from patients. This position involves processing and handling specimens as per testing requirements, ensuring patient safety, and performing waived lab testing while adhering to accreditation and licensure standards. The role also includes training new employees and maintaining compliance with laboratory policies and regulations.

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