Medical Laboratory Assistant - Processing

Job Description: Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team. This position is part-time at 32 hours per week and will be PM hours. Education Qualifications: 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 Key Responsibilities: The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.

The MLA will 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. Collect specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.) Perform specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements to support clinical laboratory testing Perform laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements Participate in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate Follow Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality