Essentia Health·Baxter, Minnesota
The Medical Laboratory Assistant performs specimen collection via venipuncture and capillary puncture while ensuring patient safety. They are also responsible for pre-analytical and post-analytical processing and performing waived laboratory testing.
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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.
• Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
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Shift rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
$17.63 - $26.45
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.
Market context
Medical laboratory assistant and phlebotomy roles in Minnesota are typically tied to ongoing patient testing needs in hospitals, clinics, and reference labs, so demand often follows local healthcare volume. This role is competitive because employers may prefer candidates with formal lab training, ASCP certification, and a valid driver’s license, while the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here help you review the original posting faster. If you are applying, confirm your training status and certification plan before submitting.
