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2020 St. Mary's Medical Center

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology Office

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Medical Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology laboratories, which provide information for medical patient diagnosis and treatment. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories.

$52,574 / year median in Minnesota

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Building Location:
Building B -
St Marys Medical Center Department:
2992030 PATHOLOGY -
IL Job Description:
This role 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.
Office duties may include:
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. Receiving and distributing packages and mail throughout the laboratory. Sending and responding to fax requests. Assisting providers and customers over the phone. 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 may
Include:
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
Education 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
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
FTE:
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Days Shift End Time:
Days Weekends:
No Holidays:
No Call Obligation:
No Union:
USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)
Union Posting Deadline:
08/21/2026
Compensation Range:
$19.57 - $29.02 Employee Benefits at
Essentia Health:
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.