Medical Lab Scientist

Allina Health; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement savings plans

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health's Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis is seeking a Medical Laboratory Professional to join the Central Lab team as a 1.0 FTE night shift role. The position processes high-volume tests, supports phlebotomy and specimen handling, and ensures accuracy in patient identification and testing workflows.

You'll perform waived testing, assist with SOP development, train staff, and maintain safety and compliance with CAP/CLIA standards while providing excellent guest service at the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 to 5 years experience in phlebotomy.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine lab procedures within guidelines.
• Verifies patient identification and test orders.
• Collects samples via venipuncture or capillary methods.
• Processes specimens and labels appropriately.
• Stocks phlebotomy supplies and manages inventory.
• Provides lab reception support and patient check-in.
• Participates in proficiency testing and staff training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist page is loaded## Medical Lab Scientistlocations: Abbott Northwestern Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-0074974**Location Address:**2800 10th AveReceiving DockMinneapolis, MN 55407-1311**Date Posted:**October 02, 2026**Department:**72006340 Central Lab Special Management Sendouts**Shift:**Permanent Nights (United States of America)**Shift Length:**8 hour shift**Hours Per Week:**40**Union Contract:**SEIU-9-Central Lab-SLC**Weekend Rotation:**Every 3rd**Job Summary:**Join our team as a Medical Laboratory Professional! Step into a diverse, multicultural lab environment where your work directly impacts patient care. As a key member of our fast-paced healthcare team, you'll use the latest technology to help process millions of tests annually. We're driven by a passion for innovation, teamwork, and creating meaningful impact.**Key Position Details:*** 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)* 8-hour permanent night shifts* Every 3rd weekend rotation**Job Description:**Performs laboratory functions such as waived testing, assisting with standard operating procedure and work flow development, and training of new staff. Supports one or more of the following work areas: laboratory reception/registration, specimen collection (i.e. venipuncture, capillary, cultures, and chain of custody); processing of specimens, and supply ordering.**Principle Responsibilities*** Performs routine laboratory procedures within established guidelines.+ Verifies patient identification.+ Identifies and uses appropriate collection method to obtain samples for testing (venipuncture or capillary puncture).+ Collects sample, evaluates specimens acceptability, and labels specimen.+ May perform waived testing.* Accurate and timely processing of specimens.+ Performs specimen processing with strict adherence to CAP, OSHA, COLA, and CLIA requirements.+ Trouble-shoots minor equipment issues.+ Stocks, rotates, and requests phlebotomy supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability.* Performs customer service in lab reception.+ Greets patients, performs check-in process, and responds to questions and patient needs.+ Evaluates patient orders for completeness and follows up as needed.+ Schedules, orders, and releases patients in electronic medical record.* Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.+ Participates in the training of employees and students.+ Performs proficiency testing as assigned.+ Performs various clerical duties.+ Participates in departmental or system-wide meetings, projects, or committees as assigned.* Other duties as assigned.**Required Qualifications*** High School or GED**Preferred Qualifications*** 2 to 5 years experience in phlebotomy**Licenses/Certifications*** Phlebotomy Certification upon hire preferred**Physical Demands*** Light Work:* Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently**Pay Range**###Pay Range: $38.67 to $52.47 per hour###The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.###**Benefit Summary**Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.Allina Health is all in on your well-being. 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