Phlebotomy Lab Assistant II — Patient Care & Specimens

Hutchinson Health; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson, MN is seeking a Lab Assistant II to collect blood and other specimens for testing, perform basic lab tasks, and support reception and waived testing. You will be cross-trained to assist with workflow, training of new staff, and non-waived testing according to policy.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and adherence to safety and regulatory protocols, with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to a collaborative hospital laboratory team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; phlebotomy certification required.
• Experience in medical field or applied science desirable; CMA certification preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification required; CMA acceptable for phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Specimen collection (blood, urine, throat, nasopharyngeal).
• Verify patient identity using two identifiers.
• Perform waived and non-waived testing per policy.
• Train new staff and support workflow development.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, JCAHO).

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab experience

Communication skills

Dexterity

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification

CMA certification

Tools

LIS software

Job description

Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson, MN is seeking a Lab Assistant II to collect blood and other specimens for testing, perform basic lab tasks, and support reception and waived testing. You will be cross-trained to assist with workflow, training of new staff, and non-waived testing according to policy.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and adherence to safety and regulatory protocols, with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to a collaborative hospital laboratory team.