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Medical Laboratory Assistant

Essentia Health

Fargo, ND
3 days ago
$17.45 - $26.18

Job Description

Join Essentia Health as a Medical Laboratory Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in patient safety and laboratory operations by collecting and processing specimens. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a supportive environment focused on your professional development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens
  • Perform specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements
  • Perform laboratory testing per accreditation and licensure requirements
  • Participate in training of new employees, students, and other personnel
  • Follow Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
  • Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant 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

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) plan with employer contributionsTraining and tuition reimbursementFlexible schedulingGenerous time offWellness resources