Essentia Health
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Essentia Health, Fargo, North Dakota, United States, 58102
Medical Laboratory Assistant at Essentia Health summary:
The Medical Laboratory Assistant at South University Clinic is responsible for supporting pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within the laboratory. This role involves specimen collection through various methods, processing samples, and performing waived lab testing according to accreditation and licensure standards. Candidates must have graduated from a Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or completed an internal training program within a year of hire, and may possess relevant certifications.
Building Location:
South University Clinic
Department:
12041 Phlebotomy
Job 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: $16.76/hour
Hours: 20/week, days/evenings with weekend rotation.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.
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 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
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
FTE:
0.5
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Day/Evening Rotation
Shift End Time:
Day/Evening Rotation
Weekends:
Yes
Holidays:
Yes
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Keywords: Medical Laboratory Assistant, specimen collection, phlebotomy, laboratory testing, patient care, healthcare, clinical laboratory, acc accreditation, medical terminology, medical laboratory training
Building Location:
South University Clinic
Department:
12041 Phlebotomy
Job 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: $16.76/hour
Hours: 20/week, days/evenings with weekend rotation.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.
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 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
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
FTE:
0.5
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Day/Evening Rotation
Shift End Time:
Day/Evening Rotation
Weekends:
Yes
Holidays:
Yes
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Keywords: Medical Laboratory Assistant, specimen collection, phlebotomy, laboratory testing, patient care, healthcare, clinical laboratory, acc accreditation, medical terminology, medical laboratory training