Medical Laboratory Assistant

Essentia Health; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Moorhead is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the team. This full-time role (40 hours per week) includes day/evening rotation at the Moorhead Clinic within the 3312010 GENERAL LAB - MHD department.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-analytical support, specimen collection, and waived testing, with training opportunities for new staff. Strong attention to safety, accuracy, and compliance is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Medical Laboratory Assistant program or complete an internal MLA training within 1 year of hire.
• ASCP certification preferred but not required (see preferred qualifications).
• Comfort with basic computer tasks and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical and post-analytical tasks to support Essentia Health Laboratories.
• Promote patient safety during specimen collection and processing.
• Perform waived lab testing per accrediting and licensure requirements.
• Collect specimens via venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other specimens (urine, swabs, etc.).
• Process and handle specimens according to testing requirements to support clinical lab testing.
• Conduct laboratory testing when applicable per accreditation/licensure standards.
• Assist in training new employees, students, and other staff as appropriate.
• Follow Essentia Health policies to ensure safety and quality of specimens and equipment.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

Internal MLA training within 1 year of hire

Job description

Job Description

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This position is full-time at 40 hours per week and will be day/evening rotation.

Building Location:

Moorhead Clinic

Department

3312010 GENERAL LAB - MHD

Job Description

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This position is full-time at 40 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:

1

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

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].