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About Children's Minnesota Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States, exclusively caring for children from before birth through young adulthood. Since its founding in 1924, it serves the Upper Midwest through two free‑standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics, and seven rehabilitation sites. It is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital and recognized by Modern Healthcare as a 2023 Top Diversity Leader.
Department Overview The laboratories at Children’s Hospitals and Clinics provide a full spectrum of laboratory techniques for evaluating pediatric disorders. Laboratories located on the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses offer inpatient and outpatient services across disciplines such as Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Virology, Serology, Blood Bank, Immunology/Flow Cytometry, Histology and Pathology.
Position Summary Perform blood collections safely and accurately for all age groups and difficulty levels. Monitor patients for reactions, respond to emergencies, troubleshoot and resolve problems. Provide additional services such as telephone answering, manual order scanning, glucose tolerance and sweat chloride collections, and waived laboratory testing. Responsible for specimen receipt, assessment, and pre‑analytical processing per written policies and procedures. Enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system. Interact with patients, families, and staff in a pleasant, efficient and cooperative manner, exhibiting sensitivity to cultural differences.
Hours & Location Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses. Standard weekdays: 0500, 0530, 0800, 0900. Weekends: 0500 and 0530. Every third weekend. 1.0 FTE.
License / Certification / Registration
Phlebotomy certificate/license is not required but preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
Experience
Experience as a phlebotomist or specimen processing technician in a hospital setting.
1‑year pediatric phlebotomy experience and/or one year in a pediatric clinical laboratory setting, and/or graduation from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Collect specimens using laboratory techniques.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment to meet turnaround times.
Outstanding professional and positive customer‑service skills.
Excellent problem‑solving and follow‑up skills.
Experience with healthcare computer information systems.
Solid knowledge of medical terminology.
Highly organized, efficient, multifunctional; independent and team work.
Forward‑thinking, continuously improving processes, tools and resources.
Adaptable, learn new skills, communicate effectively, handle stressful situations.
Salary & Benefits Salary is competitive based on local and national benchmarks, factoring market indicators, candidate qualifications, internal equity and organizational needs. Eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Night, weekend or on‑call work may qualify for shift differentials or premium pay.
Legal & Equal Opportunity All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I‑9 and Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota is an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.
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Lab Care Technician I
role at
Children's Minnesota .
About Children's Minnesota Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States, exclusively caring for children from before birth through young adulthood. Since its founding in 1924, it serves the Upper Midwest through two free‑standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics, and seven rehabilitation sites. It is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital and recognized by Modern Healthcare as a 2023 Top Diversity Leader.
Department Overview The laboratories at Children’s Hospitals and Clinics provide a full spectrum of laboratory techniques for evaluating pediatric disorders. Laboratories located on the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses offer inpatient and outpatient services across disciplines such as Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Virology, Serology, Blood Bank, Immunology/Flow Cytometry, Histology and Pathology.
Position Summary Perform blood collections safely and accurately for all age groups and difficulty levels. Monitor patients for reactions, respond to emergencies, troubleshoot and resolve problems. Provide additional services such as telephone answering, manual order scanning, glucose tolerance and sweat chloride collections, and waived laboratory testing. Responsible for specimen receipt, assessment, and pre‑analytical processing per written policies and procedures. Enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system. Interact with patients, families, and staff in a pleasant, efficient and cooperative manner, exhibiting sensitivity to cultural differences.
Hours & Location Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses. Standard weekdays: 0500, 0530, 0800, 0900. Weekends: 0500 and 0530. Every third weekend. 1.0 FTE.
License / Certification / Registration
Phlebotomy certificate/license is not required but preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
Experience
Experience as a phlebotomist or specimen processing technician in a hospital setting.
1‑year pediatric phlebotomy experience and/or one year in a pediatric clinical laboratory setting, and/or graduation from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Collect specimens using laboratory techniques.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment to meet turnaround times.
Outstanding professional and positive customer‑service skills.
Excellent problem‑solving and follow‑up skills.
Experience with healthcare computer information systems.
Solid knowledge of medical terminology.
Highly organized, efficient, multifunctional; independent and team work.
Forward‑thinking, continuously improving processes, tools and resources.
Adaptable, learn new skills, communicate effectively, handle stressful situations.
Salary & Benefits Salary is competitive based on local and national benchmarks, factoring market indicators, candidate qualifications, internal equity and organizational needs. Eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Night, weekend or on‑call work may qualify for shift differentials or premium pay.
Legal & Equal Opportunity All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I‑9 and Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota is an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.
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