Medical Laboratory Assistant (Processing)
Company: Essentia Health
Location: Duluth
Posted on: July 17, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description: 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.Hours: Start times can vary between 2:00pm and 3:00pm
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 Employee Benefits at Essentia
Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your
well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive
benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We
offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan
for the future, and we invest in your professional development
through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible
scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on
your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that
benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your
benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start/End:
1400 or 1500 / Varies Hours Per Pay Period: 80 Compensation Range:
$19.57 - $29.02 / hour Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)
FTE: 1 Weekends: Yes
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