Laboratory Assistant

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to enhance patient care experiences. In this entry-level role, you will perform essential laboratory services, including specimen collection and processing, while ensuring efficient workflow management. The position offers a chance to work independently and develop strong customer service skills in a supportive environment. Join a team committed to improving health and well-being for communities, with comprehensive benefits that promote your total health and work-life balance. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Onsite Clinics

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of laboratory services including specimen collection.
• Serve as a resource for questions from hospital and clinic staff.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Applied Science Degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Laboratory Assistant role at Park Nicollet Health Services.

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Laboratory Assistant to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

The Laboratory Assistant will provide a wide range of laboratory services including specimen collection, client service and reception desk duties, ordering, scheduling, billing functions, laboratory testing, phlebotomy, dispatching, specimen processing, centrifuging, delivery of specimens to appropriate laboratory/department, and ensuring proper efficiency and workflow management. The position will also serve as a resource for questions from hospital and clinic staff regarding specimen handling and processing.

Required Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles to provide appropriate service and ensure patient safety.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet time-sensitive customer requests and adapt to changes on short notice.
• If travel is required, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Park Nicollet’s motor vehicle violation criteria are necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a medical-related field or an applied science degree.
• Certification in phlebotomy and at least one year of hospital experience; ASCP certification is preferred.

Benefits

Park Nicollet offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, onsite clinics, and more.

About Us

At HealthPartners, we believe in the power of good—good deeds and good people working together. We foster an inclusive environment that encourages innovation, celebrates diversity, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at over 90 locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Our research and education efforts through the HealthPartners Institute help train medical professionals and conduct research to improve lives worldwide.

We are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion, advancing health equity, and partnering with communities to advocate for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

We support your talents and work-life balance with benefits that promote physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being, enabling you to deliver exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare