Pathology Office - Medical Laboratory Assistant

About the role

This Medical Laboratory Assistant will work in the Pathology office within the Laboratory Department performing a variety of administrative tasks to support the assigned clinical function. Additional tasks in preforming general work in the Laboratory Department may also occur.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning patient reports for additions and corrections to patient information.
• Preparation of conference cases for pathologists.
• Handling and tracking incoming and outgoing non-hazardous patient material within the laboratory information system.
• Sending and responding to fax requests.
• Absorbing calls from providers and customers.
• Filing and organization of non-hazardous patient materials.
• Managing the scheduling of pathologists.
• Promote patient standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.
• Follows Essentia Health rules and policies to ensure safety and quality.

Laboratory duties

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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, Knowledge of Microsoft applications, Experience in Epic

Skills

None specified

Benefits

Essentia Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We also 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.

Pay

$17.63 - $26.45 / hour

Schedule

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Location

32nd Avenue Building