Laboratory Assistant

HealthPartners; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to join their team at the Woodbury Clinic. This role focuses on providing exceptional patient care and support in laboratory procedures while adhering to strict regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork, effective communication, and a commitment to service excellence. Responsibilities include collecting and processing specimens, performing testing analysis, and maintaining laboratory supplies. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment that values professional development and patient relationships.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of computer experience with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process biological specimens following SOP.
• Perform testing analysis and document lab test results accurately.

Skills

Computer navigation

Typing or keyboarding skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Six months of related medical training

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word and Outlook)

Job description

HealthPartners is hiring for a Lab Assistant working in the Lab department out of our Woodbury Clinic.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. One year computer navigation and computer experience with Microsoft Office products (Word and Outlook) or comparable applications.
3. Typing or keyboarding skills.
4. Promote teamwork through demonstration of a courteous and cooperative attitude to all customers.

PREFERRED:

1. Six months of related medical training, medical terminology or related experience.
2. Previous phlebotomy experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Must possess speech, hearing and sight skills to perform the functions of the position. Manual dexterity required. Must be able to speak, read and write English proficiently. Some lifting may be required.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees. Teamwork is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members. This individual serves all (internal and external) customers by performing laboratory procedures and support functions in accordance with HealthPartners philosophy, policies and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agencies.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Collect and process biological specimens with appropriate techniques following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
2. Perform testing analysis and verify assay/analyzer performance according to SOP in an efficient cost effective manner. Any combination of the following areas may be included: Phlebotomy, computer operation, EKG, reception, telephones, clerical and designated testing procedures.
3. Document and communicate lab test results thoroughly and accurately according to SOP.
4. Perform and document maintenance procedures plus maintain adequate supplies.
5. Demonstrate competency and comply with all regulatory agency policies.
6. Consistently implement and adhere to the laboratory customer service standards. The standards include maintaining confidentiality, promoting teamwork, successful communication and conflict resolution.
7. Respond proactively to stressful circumstances, customer needs and department/clinic changes.
8. Demonstrate professional development through participation in continuing education, special projects and community / corporate / professional organizations. Demonstrate personal development through dependability, professional appearance and cooperative attitude.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.