Laboratory Assistant: Patient-Focused Lab Tech

Stillwater Medical Group; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Stillwater Medical Group is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to perform specimen collection, labeling, and testing within a clinical setting in Minnesota. The role supports patient care by performing moderate complex laboratory procedures, EKGs, and spirometry, while ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

The position emphasizes confidentiality, professional conduct, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to quality assurance and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or preferred for employment.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred where applicable.
• CPR certification preferred to support patient safety.
• Medical Assistant training is preferred for clinical duties.
• OSHA training compliance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood and non-blood specimens for testing according to protocol.
• Ensure specimen integrity and proper patient identification and labeling.
• Perform laboratory testing for moderately complex procedures as trained.
• Conduct quality assurance testing and documentation per state/federal guidelines.
• Perform EKGs and Spirometry functions as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and safe, organized work area.
• Provide patient/customer oriented service and assist team as required.

Skills

Advanced organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Proven ability to manage multiple pri

Knowledge of health care field

Task execution with tact and diplomacy

Learn and retain patient care info

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Phlebotomy Certification preferred

Current CPR certification preferred

Medical Assistant program preferred

OSHA Training

Job description

Stillwater Medical Group is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to perform specimen collection, labeling, and testing within a clinical setting in Minnesota. The role supports patient care by performing moderate complex laboratory procedures, EKGs, and spirometry, while ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

The position emphasizes confidentiality, professional conduct, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to quality assurance and ongoing education.