Medical Laboratory Assistant: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Paradox; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This 32-hour-per-pay-period role involves phlebotomy, specimen processing, and supporting pre- and post-analytical lab functions.

Responsibilities include collecting specimens, ensuring safety, and performing waived tests under licensure standards. The position offers varied day/evening/night shifts with weekends and holidays and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Medical Laboratory Assistant program or accepted internal MLA training.
• Phlebotomy experience or ASCP certification preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and computer basics.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-analytical support in Essentia Health Laboratories.
• Promote patient safety during specimen collection and handling.
• Conduct waived lab testing per accrediting standards and licensure.
• Collect specimens by venipuncture or capillary puncture as required.
• Process and handle specimens according to testing requirements.
• Assist in training new staff and students as appropriate.

Skills

Phlebotomy

ASCP certification

Specimen prep

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

Internal MLA training within 1 year of hire

Job description

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This 32-hour-per-pay-period role involves phlebotomy, specimen processing, and supporting pre- and post-analytical lab functions.

Responsibilities include collecting specimens, ensuring safety, and performing waived tests under licensure standards. The position offers varied day/evening/night shifts with weekends and holidays and extensive benefits.