Medical Laboratory Technician - Casual

essentiahealth; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Essentia Virginia Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join the 2082010 General Lab team. The role involves performing tests across complexity levels per CLIA, reporting results, and supporting QA/QC, instrument maintenance, and phlebotomy as needed.

You will work with a team committed to high-quality patient care, with Day/Eve/Night rotations, weekends required, and a union posting deadline of 07/20/2026. Associate degree and ASCP or equivalent certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or meets CLIA guidelines.
• Certification/licensure as MLT preferred or within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report tests of all complexity levels as defined by CLIA.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Quality Control, troubleshooting, and specimen processing.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Instrumentation Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Specimen Processing

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Education

Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

Job description

Building Location:

Essentia Virginia Hospital

Department:

2082010 GENERAL LAB - VIR HOSP

Job Description:

Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.

Education Qualifications:

Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative route

Key Responsibilities:

Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries.

Will also exhibit problem solving skills of a complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control Monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, specimen processing, phlebotomy, along with customer service.

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent; within one year of hire

FTE:

0

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation

Shift End Time:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)

Union Posting Deadline:

07/20/2026

Compensation Range:

$24.31 - $33.68Employee 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].