Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Office

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a Pathology Administrative/Lab Support role within the Laboratory Department. You will perform a variety of administrative tasks to support the clinical function and may assist with general laboratory duties.

Key duties include accessioning reports, preparing conference cases for pathologists, handling non-hazardous materials in the LIS, mailing tasks, and phone support for providers.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program.
• Internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Accession patient reports for additions and corrections.
• Prepare conference cases for pathologists.
• Handle and track non-hazardous patient materials in the lab information system.
• Receive and distribute mail and packages.
• Assist providers and customers over the phone.
• Manage scheduling of pathologists.
• Follow accreditation and licensure requirements.

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

Internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training within 1 year of hire

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2992030 PATHOLOGY - IL

Job Description:

This role will work in the Pathology office within the Laboratory Department performing a variety of administrative tasks to support the assigned clinical function. Additional tasks in preforming general work in the Laboratory Department may also occur.

Office duties may include:

Accessioning patient reports for additions and corrections to patient information.

Preparation of conference cases for pathologists.

Handling and tracking incoming and outgoing non-hazardous patient material within the laboratory information system.

Receiving and distributing packages and mail throughout the laboratory.

Sending and responding to fax requests.

Assisting providers and customers over the phone.

Filing and organization of non-hazardous patient materials.

Managing the scheduling of pathologists.

Promote patient standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.

Follows Essentia Health rules and policies to ensure safety and quality.

Laboratory duties may Include:

Collects specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)

Performs specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements to support clinical laboratory testing

Performs laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements

Participates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate

Follows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality

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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Days

Shift End Time:

Days

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

Compensation Range:

$19.57 - $29.02

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 your 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.