Glendive Medical Center·Glendive, Montana
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for collecting, preparing, and processing blood and non-blood specimens for testing. They perform CLIA-waived and point-of-care tests while ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
Location: On-site | 202 Prospect Dr, Glendive, MT 59330 | Laboratory Department
Employment Type: Full-Time, non-exempt, hourly (bi-weekly pay)
Either three (3) 12-hour shifts or four (4) 10-hour shifts between 6AM - 6:30PM
The pay range for this position begins at $17.30 per hour
Join a team that cares for its community-And each other
As a leading employer in eastern Montana, Glendive Medical Center (GMC) is committed to caring, healing, and building a healthier community. Guided by our SERVE values-Service, Excellence, Respect, Stewardship, and Engagement-we take pride in uplifting our community while supporting a healthy work-life balance for our employees.
If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative healthcare team, we encourage you to apply.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) plays a vital role in patient care by collecting, preparing, and processing specimens for laboratory testing. This position performs CLIA-waived and point-of-care testing, supports clinical laboratory operations, and ensures accuracy, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Glendive Medical Center (GMC) is a full-service, 25-bed acute care hospital with 24-hour emergency care, full medical and surgical services, and an attached 36-bed skilled Extended Care facility. We are dedicated to being a leader in providing and promoting health and wellness to the residents of east central Montana and western North Dakota. GMC is a designated Critical Access Hospital.
With our highly qualified team of medical providers, GMC offers a comprehensive, integrated system of services including primary, long-term and specialty care as well as prevention and wellness services. Our medical providers are easily accessible at the attached Gabert Clinic.
We are proud of our ability to incorporate current technology and services and provide state-of-the-art medical care to our region.
GMC also owns and operates The Heritage on Merrill, a 13-unit assisted living facility offering personal, 24-hour professional care.
Glendive, Montana offers a blend of small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and a growing entrepreneurial spirit. It's known for its safety, friendly community, and proximity to natural attractions like Makoshika State Park and the Yellowstone River. We are the good people in the "bad lands"
Here's a more detailed look at the reasons for considering relocation to Glendive:
Glendive is a safe and friendly city, known for its "small town charm".
It's a great place to connect with neighbors and be part of a close-knit community.
The downtown area is experiencing growth, with new boutiques, specialty shops, and art.
• Glendive is within a few hours of attractions like Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, and Medora.
• Eastern Montana weather is characterized by a semi-arid climate. It's part of the Northern Great Plains, experiencing summer temperatures in the 80's with a week or two in the 100's, and cold / dry winters with the average temperatures in the teens with a week or two of temperatures in the negative double digits. Spring and summer tend to be wetter than winter, and there can be a lot of wind. Come experience all four seasons!
Glendive Medical Center (GMC) conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without any regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
GMC promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment screenings.
A high school diploma is required, and a phlebotomy certification must be obtained within one year of hire. Preferred qualifications include previous healthcare experience and CPR/BLS certification.
Market context
Medical Lab Assistant roles in Montana are typically tied to ongoing hospital, clinic, and laboratory staffing needs, so demand is often steady rather than seasonal. This position can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with prior healthcare experience and CPR/BLS, while also requiring a high school diploma and phlebotomy certification within one year. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your phlebotomy timeline and highlight any patient-facing or lab experience in your application.