Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist

Paradox; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd, MN. The role involves performing testing across CLIA complexity levels, reporting results, and supporting QA/QC processes.

The position supports phlebotomy, specimen handling, and customer service while ensuring accurate, timely lab data for patient care. A CLIA-appropriate credential is required within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician
• Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science
• Certification as an ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician or MLS within one year from the date of hire

Responsibilities

• For MLT: perform and report tests of all CLIA complexity levels for patients of all ages.
• Participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Phlebotomy and specimen processing duties; provide customer service.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Instrumentation

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

ASCP certification (MLT)

ASCP certification (MLS)

Job description

Building Location:

St Josephs Medical Center

Department:

4002010 GENERAL LAB - SJMC

Job Description:

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist to join our team at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd, MN.

Education Qualifications:

MLT: $24.48 - $36.72

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.

MLS: $30.14 - $45.21

Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science

OR

MLT (ASCP) certified with additional semester hours in clinical laboratory equivalents from an accredited school with 2 years of full time lab experience and certified as an MLS (ASCP) .

Key Responsibilities:

MLT:

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.

MLS:

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 interpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge, exhibit problem solving skills of a highly complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.

May be required to perform phlebotomy and specimen processing duties and will participate in research, development, education, and technical consultation.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

MLT:
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certification, is required within one year from the date of hire.

MLS:
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), is required within one year from the date of hire.

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Day/Eve Rotation

Shift End Time:

Day/Eve Rotation

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$24.48 - $36.72Employee 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].