Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

CentraCare; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CentraCare is hiring a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist in Minnesota, perfect for entry-level candidates seeking a career in healthcare. This role includes training in phlebotomy skills, patient relations, and performing essential lab tests, offering a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

College grant programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer graduate from or pursuing a degree in a lab or medicine-related program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and biologic samples from patients.
• Assist in creating a comfortable atmosphere for patients.
• Perform low complexity testing and culture set-up.

Skills

Basic chemistry tests

Hematology

Urinalysis

Venipuncture

Capillary collection

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree from accredited lab or medicine-related program

Job description

Find your purpose at CentraCare as a Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist!

Our Phlebotomist position is great for someone entering the healthcare industry and/or laboratory profession. We provide on-the-job phlebotomy skills training for this role. Current students and individuals with minimal experience are encouraged to apply.

Our Lab Assistant is a great second step within the laboratory setting. Lab Assistants will have demonstratable knowledge of basic chemistry tests, hematology, urinalysis and have basic venipuncture and capillary collection skills. Lab Assistants may perform low complexity testing, culture set-up, diagnostic coding, patient registration Current students and others with some lab experience would be a great match for this role!

You will play a crucial role in patient care by collecting blood and other biologic samples from patients. You will assist in creating an atmosphere of trust and confidence, ensuring patients feel comfortable and secure during the process.

Schedule:

• 40 hours every two weeks
• Day and evening rotations
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays

Pay and Benefits:

• Starting pay begins at $17.58 per hour and increases with experience
  • Pay range:$15.96 - $23.96 per hour
• Earn extra pay for working evening and weekend shifts
• Part time benefits: medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
• Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs available

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prefer graduate from or in the process of pursing a degree from an accredited laboratory or medicine-related program
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.