Job DescriptionJob 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 Holidays Paid Parental LeaveThe Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories, including assisting Phlebotomy at the Hospital, Clinic, Nursing Home and Assisted Living facilities. Must have own reliable transportation.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
Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical CenterShift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start/End: Day/Eve/Night Rotation/Day/Eve/Night RotationHours Per Pay Period: 48Compensation Range: $19.03 - $28.23 / hourUnion: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)FTE: 0.6Weekends: YesCall Obligations:Sign On Bonus: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.