Job Description
Job Description:
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.Starting Pay: $17.19/hourHours: Day shift rotation starting at 8:00 am. End times can vary depending on departmental needs. Our benefits include: • Medical and Dental Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program• Retirement Plans• Flexible Spending Account• On The Job Training • Paid Time Off/Paid HolidaysThe Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories. The MLA will also 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.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
Job Location: Hayward Clinic
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: Day Shift Rotation/Day Shift Rotation
Hours Per Pay Period: 48
Compensation Range: $17.19 - $25.19 / hour
Union: DC USWA Hayward (DCUHW)
FTE: 0.6
Weekends: No
Call Obligations:
Sign On Bonus:
Job Details
Job Title
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Position Type
Part Time
Requisition ID
R062079