Essentia Health
Medical Laboratory Assistant - Outreach
Essentia Health, Brainerd, Minnesota, United States, 56401
Job Description: The Outreach MLA position provides phlebotomy and laboratory services through offsite specimen collection. This service supports community clients whose residents are unable to travel to a clinic, including non Essentia Health hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other care settings. This Outreach MLA position will be used to cover shifts at Outreach locations, SJMC, and Clinics. This shift will be days and evenings, no weekends.
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:
St Josephs Medical Center
Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End:
Day/Evening Rotation / Day/Evening Rotation
Hours Per Pay Period:
64
Compensation Range:
$17.45 - $26.18 / hour
Union:
FTE:
0.8
Weekends:
No
Call Obligations:
Sign On Bonus:
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:
St Josephs Medical Center
Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End:
Day/Evening Rotation / Day/Evening Rotation
Hours Per Pay Period:
64
Compensation Range:
$17.45 - $26.18 / hour
Union:
FTE:
0.8
Weekends:
No
Call Obligations:
Sign On Bonus: