Essentia Health·Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Perform and report clinical tests of all complexity levels to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Responsibilities include quality control, instrumentation maintenance, specimen processing, and phlebotomy.
3062010 general lab - Dl hosp
$24.48 - $36.72
Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries.
Will also exhibit problem solving skills of a complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control Monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, specimen processing, phlebotomy, along with customer service.
$30.14 - $45.21
Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and injuries.
Will interpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge, exhibit problem solving skills of a highly complex nature, participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.
May be required to perform phlebotomy and specimen processing duties and will participate in research, development, education, and technical consultation.
Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician OR Meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative route.
Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science OR MLT (ASCP) certified with additional semester hours in clinical laboratory equivalents from an accredited school with 2 years of full time lab experience and certified as an MLS (ASCP) .
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certification, is required within one year from the date of hire.
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), is required within one year from the date of hire.
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Shift rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
$24.48 - $36.72
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.
Requires an associate or bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent CLIA guidelines. ASCP certification is required within one year of hire.
Market context
Medical Laboratory Technician and Medical Laboratory Scientist roles in Minnesota are typically driven by ongoing needs in hospital, clinic, and reference lab settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for CLIA-aligned education, ASCP certification timelines, and Minnesota licensure, and the posted benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential path and licensure timing before applying.