Medical Laboratory Technician - Casual

Essentia Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Virginia Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform and report tests across all CLIA complexity levels. You will support routine screening, diagnosis, and patient care while ensuring quality assurance and instrument maintenance.

The role includes phlebotomy, troubleshooting, and providing dependable customer service within a dynamic lab team. Eligible for comprehensive Essentia Health benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or meets CLIA guidelines for laboratory testing complexity.
• ASCP certification or equivalent within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report tests of all complexity levels as defined by CLIA.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Quality Control Monitoring.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation; specimen processing; phlebotomy; customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Communication

Phlebotomy

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician

Job description

Building Location:Essentia Virginia HospitalDepartment:2082010 GENERAL LAB - VIR HOSPJob 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 routeKey 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/Certification Qualifications:Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent; within one year of hireFTE:0Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Day/Eve/Night RotationShift End Time:Day/Eve/Night RotationWeekends:YesHolidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)Union Posting Deadline:07/20/2026Compensation 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].