Medical Laboratory Assistant

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team at the Lakewalk Clinic and Lakewalk Pharmacy in Duluth, MN. This part-time role (0.9 FTE) will work 36 hours per week across day/evening shifts at Proctor and Lakewalk Clinics.

The MLA will collect and process specimens, conduct waived tests, and support pre- and post-analytical tasks while promoting patient safety and compliance with licensure standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program.
• Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire.
• Phlebotomy or ASCP certification preferred.
• Recent specimen preparation and processing experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators’ license preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.
• Promote patient safety during specimen collection and processing.
• Perform waived lab testing following accreditation standards and state licensure.
• Collect specimens via venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other specimens (urine, swabs, etc.).
• Process and handle specimens to support clinical laboratory testing.
• Perform laboratory testing where applicable according to accreditation/licensure requirements.
• Assist in training of new staff, students, and other personnel.
• Follow Essentia Health policies to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

ASCP certification

Phlebotomy

Specimen preparation

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Driver’s license

Education

M.L.A. Program graduate

Internal MLA training within 1 year

Job description

Building Location:

Lakewalk Clinic And Pharmacy

Department:

2352010 GENERAL LAB - LKWK

Job Description:

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This position is part-time at 36 hours per week and will be working at our Proctor and Lakewalk Clinics.

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:

0.9

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

7:30am - 8:30am

Shift End Time:

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Superior Health UFCW Union (SPUFCW)11/3/2026

Compensation Range:

$19.45 - $28.85

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].

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.