Phlebotomy Lab Assistant — Flexible Scheduling

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health’s Medical Laboratory Assistant role at St Marys Medical Center in Duluth, MN supports pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within the Laboratories, performing specimen collection and processing to promote patient safety.

The MLA also performs waived lab testing according to accreditation requirements and state licensure, participates in training, and adheres to Essentia Health safety policies to ensure quality care for patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or complete internal MLA training within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to collect specimens via venipuncture or capillary puncture and process specimens per testing requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens through venipuncture or capillary 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.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

Internal MLA training program (within 12 months)

Job description

Essentia Health’s Medical Laboratory Assistant role at St Marys Medical Center in Duluth, MN supports pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within the Laboratories, performing specimen collection and processing to promote patient safety.

The MLA also performs waived lab testing according to accreditation requirements and state licensure, participates in training, and adheres to Essentia Health safety policies to ensure quality care for patients.