Medical Laboratory Assistant

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Proctor and Lakewalk Clinics. The MLA will support pre- and post-analytical tasks, collect and process specimens, and perform waived tests in accordance with accrediting bodies and state licensure.

Qualifications include MLA program graduation or internal MLA training within 1 year, ASCP or phlebotomy certification, and knowledge of medical terminology with basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program OR completes internal MLA training within 1 year of hire.
• ASCP certification or phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Experience with specimen collection/preparation and processing.
• Valid driver's license; knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-analytical and post-analytical tasks in Essentia Health Laboratories.
• Promote patient safety during specimen collection and processing.
• Perform waived lab testing per standards of accreditation and licensure.
• Collect specimens via venipuncture or capillary puncture and other specimens.
• Process and handle specimens to support clinical testing.
• Perform laboratory testing per accreditation/licensure requirements where applicable.
• Assist in training new employees, students, and other personnel.
• Follow Essentia Health policies to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

ASCP certification

Phlebotomy experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Education

MLA 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 32 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: 0.8 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)

Employee Benefits

• 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].

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Union & Posting Deadline

Union: Superior Health UFCW Union (SPUFCW) Union Posting Deadline: 11/3/2026

Compensation

Compensation Range: $19.45 - $28.85

Values

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 Condition Efforts & Screenings

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.