Job Information
Essentia Health Medical Laboratory Assistant in Pine River, Minnesota
Building Location:
St Josephs - Pine River Clinic
Department:
26204 Phlebotomy
Job 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.
Our benefits include:
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays
Starting Pay: $17.27/hour
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.
The MLA will also promote patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing. This position will also perform waived lab testing following standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.
Education Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
Collects specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)
Performs specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements to support clinical laboratory testing
Performs laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements
Participates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate
Follows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality
Educational Requirements:
- Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
OR
- Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification
Recent specimen preparation and processing experience
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators’ license
Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
FTE:
0.8
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Days
Shift End Time:
Days
Weekends:
Yes
Holidays:
Yes
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range:
$17.27 - $25.91
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.
Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.
It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.