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| Advertiser Name | Essentia Health | | Advertiser Type: | Company |
| Classification: | Science & Technology | | Subclassification: | |
| Country: | United States | | Location: | United States |
| Language: | English - United Kingdom (en-GB) | | Contact Name: | |
| Employment Type: | Permanent | | Workhours: | Part Time |
Position: Medical Laboratory Assistant |
Description: Building Location: Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street
Department: 12041 Phlebotomy
Job Description: Don't miss out on this great opportunity to grow your career at Essentia Health - St. Mary's Medical Center! We're northern Minnesota's largest hospital, right next to Lake Superior!
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 with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays
Starting Pay: $19.03/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: 0.6
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time: Day/Evening Rotation
Shift End Time: Day/Evening Rotation
Weekends: Yes
Holidays: Yes
Call Obligation: No
Union: USWA Technical Workers Clinic (UTECC)
Union Posting Deadline: 12/27/2024
Compensation Range:
$19.03 - $28.23
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 for more information.
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