Phlebotomy & Lab Assistant — Mon–Fri, 10:30–7

Riverwood Healthcare Center; Minnesota; On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness benefits with on-site fitness

Time off package

Job summary

Riverwood Healthcare Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the collection and processing of laboratory specimens in Aitkin, MN. This full-time role involves performing venipuncture and capillary collections, ensuring proper labeling, and assisting with specimen transport and basic clinic testing.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer phlebotomy or Medical Assistant training with 1–3 months of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Phlebotomy course, Medical Assistant program, or equivalent healthcare-related training preferred.
• One to three months of relevant experience and/or on-the-job training in specimen collection or related healthcare role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process laboratory specimens from diverse patient populations.
• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections with clear patient instructions.
• Ensure accurate labeling and handling of all specimens; assist with specimen transport.
• Support basic lab testing in clinic settings and patient scheduling; provide general laboratory operations support.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Capillary collection

Patient instruction

Specimen transport

Lab testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy course / Medical Assistant program

Job description

Riverwood Healthcare Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the collection and processing of laboratory specimens in Aitkin, MN. This full-time role involves performing venipuncture and capillary collections, ensuring proper labeling, and assisting with specimen transport and basic clinic testing.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer phlebotomy or Medical Assistant training with 1–3 months of related experience.