Laboratory Assistant

CHI; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 26,904 - 35,142; Full time

Job summary

CHI in Little Falls, Minnesota, is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to perform crucial diagnostic tasks. You will collect, prepare, and process various patient specimens while ensuring high standards of communication and workflow within the department.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma or GED, with BLS certification required within 90 days. The role offers a pay range of $19.53 to $25.51 per hour, emphasizing attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days.
• Experience in an acute care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens for diagnostic tests.
• Maintain good communication within the department.
• Process specimens into the lab for testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate from Lab Assistant Program

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Specimen processing tools

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.

Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Practices positive patient identification at all times, in all job functions
• Practices HumanKindness and courtesy with all patient and co-worker interactions
• Establishes and maintains good communication within the department and with other hospital departments
• Takes responsibility for the department workflow, assists all members of the team to maintain department workflow and efficiency
• Processes specimen into the lab, organized for department distribution. Moves processed samples quickly to laboratory departments for testing
• Handles Laboratory Send-out testing. Processes, organizes, packing lists and packaging for testing sent to external laboratories according to procedures

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association within 90 days of start date

Preferred

• Certificate from Lab Assistant Program within six (6) months of hire or six (6) months experience in an acute care facility
• Certificate Other Phlebotomy program

Where You'll Work

In Central Minnesota you’ll find quality health care as near to you as CHI St. Gabriel’s Health in Little Falls, part of CommonSpirit Health. We’ve been serving this area since 1892 and we have the equipment, experience, and expertise to offer you a full range of the latest health services.

Pay Range

$19.53 - $25.51 /hour