Medical Laboratory Assistant

Essentia Health; Detroit Lakes (MN); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the team at St Marys Hospital, Detroit Lakes, MN. This part-time position is 24 hours per week with day/evening rotation.

You will support pre- and post-analytical tasks, collect and process specimens, and assist in training while adhering to safety and quality standards. Completion of an MLA program or internal training within 1 year is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from MLA program or completes internal MLA training within 1 year of hire.
• ASCP certification preferred for phlebotomy/ MLA roles.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• The MLA performs tasks to support pre- and post-analytical functions.
• Promotes patient safety during specimen collection and processing.
• Performs waived lab testing per accreditation and licensure requirements.
• Collects specimens via venipuncture or capillary puncture and other specimens.
• Performs processing and handling to support clinical testing.
• Performs laboratory testing as applicable per requirements.
• Participates in training of new staff and students.
• Follows Essentia Health safety and quality policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

ASCP certification

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Tools

Specimen collection equipment

Job description

Building Location: St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes Department: 3062040 PHLEBOTOMY - DL HOSP Job Description: Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This position is part-time at 24 hours per week and will be day/evening rotation.

Education Qualifications

• Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program OR Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification
• Recent specimen preparation and processing experience
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators’ license
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills

Key Responsibilities

• The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.
• The MLA will promote patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing.
• This position will also perform waived lab testing following standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.
• Collect specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)
• Perform specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements to support clinical laboratory testing
• Perform laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements
• Participate in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate
• Follow Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

FTE: 0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time: Day/Evening Rotation

Shift End Time: Day/Evening Rotation

Weekends: Yes

Holidays: Yes

Call Obligation: No

Union: Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range: $17.63 - $26.45

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Values

Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.