Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on22nd Street South, Park Point, Central Duluth, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, 55802, United States
About the Role
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is a vital support role within Essentia Health Laboratories, dedicated to ensuring the integrity of pre-analytical and post-analytical functions. This position is central to promoting patient safety through the precise collection and processing of specimens. The role involves performing waived laboratory testing in strict adherence to accreditation agency standards and state licensure requirements, serving as a critical link between patient care and clinical diagnostics.
About Essentia Health
At Essentia Health, we are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our culture invests in your future through comprehensive training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. We strive to create an environment where employees can thrive both at work and at home, offering resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health.
Application and Hiring Process
Candidates must be graduates of a Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or be willing to complete an internal training program within one year of hire. While not required for initial application, possessing a valid motor vehicle operator's license and knowledge of medical terminology are essential for success in this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, ensuring a fair and supportive hiring environment.
Work location
Work model: On-site
22nd Street South, Park Point, Central Duluth, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, 55802, United States
Duluth, Minnesota
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCollect specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture
- check_circlePerform waived laboratory testing per accreditation and licensure standards
- check_circleParticipate in training for new employees, students, and personnel
- check_circleFollow safety and quality policies when handling specimens and equipment
- check_circleProcess and handle specimens according to testing requirements
Requirements
- verifiedGraduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program OR complete internal training within 1 year
- verifiedValid motor vehicle operators' license
- verifiedKnowledge of medical terminology
- verifiedBasic computer skills
Nice to Have
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.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with supplemental optionscheck_circle401(k) plan with employer contributionscheck_circleTuition reimbursement and educational programscheck_circleFlexible schedulingcheck_circleGenerous time offcheck_circleWellness resources for physical, mental, and emotional health
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Phlebotomy, Medical Laboratory Assistant Ascp Certification, Specimen Preparation, Specimen Processing, Venipuncture, Capillary Skin Puncture, Medical Terminology, Basic Computer Skills.
Education: Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program OR complete internal training within 1 year.
Frequently asked questions about Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health
What does a Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health will collect specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture; perform waived laboratory testing per accreditation and licensure standards; participate in training for new employees, students, and personnel; and follow safety and quality policies when handling specimens and equipment.
What are the requirements for this Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy role?expand_more
To qualify for the Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health position, applicants should have: Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program OR complete internal training within 1 year; Valid motor vehicle operators' license; Knowledge of medical terminology; and Basic computer skills.
Where is the Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy role at Essentia Health located?expand_more
Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health is based in 22nd Street South, Park Point, Central Duluth, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, 55802, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Essentia Health has listed this Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy role as on-site.
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Candidates for Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health should have entry level.
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Key skills for Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health include Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory Assistant Ascp Certification; Specimen Preparation; Specimen Processing; Venipuncture; Capillary Skin Puncture; Medical Terminology; and Basic Computer Skills.
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Educational requirements for this role: Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program OR complete internal training within 1 year.
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Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy at Essentia Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.