Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Educational programs

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team at St Josephs Medical Center. The role involves pre- and post-analytical support in the laboratories, specimen collection, and basic waived testing in accordance with accreditation and licensure standards.

Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety during collection and processing, training new staff, and adhering to policies. The position may require day/evening/night rotations in the United States.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• The MLA performs tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.
• The MLA promotes patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing.
• Performs waived lab testing following standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.
• 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.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

ASCP certification

Completes internal MLA training within 1 year of hire

Job description

Building Location: St Josephs Medical Center Department: 4002010 GENERAL LAB - SJMC Job Description: Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team!

Education Qualifications

• Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
• 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: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Varies Shift End Time: Varies Weekends: Yes Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range

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.
• 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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