Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy

United States·Duluthmid

Laboratory & Life SciencesLaboratory Assistant

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Key Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories.

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Laboratory & Life SciencesLaboratory Assistant

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

2992040 PHLEBOTOMY - IL

Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, MN. Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.

Requirements

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Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire

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

Responsibilities

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→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

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Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Eve/Night Rotation

Yes

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

05/15/2026

What We Offer

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$19.57 - $29.02

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.