Laboratory Assistant I: Patient Specimen Collector

Hutchinson Health; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I to collect blood and other specimens, and support lab testing with strong customer service. The role emphasizes accurate order interpretation, EMR usage, and maintaining patient safety across age groups.

Preferred candidates may have healthcare exposure and phlebotomy familiarity. The position examines a patient‑centered workflow and collaboration with clinicians and staff in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong customer service capabilities, works effectively with minimal supervision, and applies sound problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates an understanding of age‑related growth and development principles required to deliver appropriate services and ensure patient safety.
• Exhibits exceptional organizational abilities and effectively responds to time‑sensitive customer requests and last‑minute changes.

Responsibilities

• Effectively execute specimen collection tasks and processing with attention to detail, including phlebotomy if needed.
• Accurately interprets lab orders and utilizes EMR functionality.
• May perform non‑blood specimen collection and process specimens.
• May perform chain of custody drug collections and may perform ECG.
• Deliver high‑quality customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Age-appropriate care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hutchinson Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I to collect blood and other specimens, and support lab testing with strong customer service. The role emphasizes accurate order interpretation, EMR usage, and maintaining patient safety across age groups.

Preferred candidates may have healthcare exposure and phlebotomy familiarity. The position examines a patient‑centered workflow and collaboration with clinicians and staff in a fast-paced lab environment.