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Medical Laboratory Assistant

Company: Essentia Health
Location: Duluth
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:


Job Description
Job Description:Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications for our Medical Laboratory Assistant opening. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!Starting Pay: $19.03/hourOur benefits include:--- Medical and Dental Insurance --- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program--- Retirement--- Flexible Spending Account--- Employee Assistance Program--- Paid Time Off/Paid HolidaysThe 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 qualityEducational Requirements:
    • Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program ---OR
      • Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hirePreferred 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
          Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center

          Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

          Shift Start/End: Day/Eve Rotation/Day/Eve Rotation

          Hours Per Pay Period: 64

          Compensation Range: $19.03 - $28.23 / hour

          Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

          FTE: 0.8

          Weekends: Yes

          Call Obligations:
          Sign On Bonus:

Keywords: Essentia Health, Duluth , Medical Laboratory Assistant, Healthcare , Duluth, Minnesota

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