Building Location: St Josephs Medical Center Department: 4002010 GENERAL LAB - SJMC Job Description: Essentia Health is searching for a Medical Laboratory Assistant - Office Assistant to join our team at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd, MN. 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 Key Responsibilities Collect, label, process, and prepare patient specimens for testing or transport in accordance with established procedures. Perform waived laboratory testing while adhering to accreditation standards, state licensure requirements, and organizational policies. Greet and assist patients, providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare personnel in a professional and courteous manner. Answer and direct telephone calls and respond accurately to laboratory-related inquiries. Enter, verify, and maintain patient and specimen information in laboratory and electronic medical record systems. Order and process laboratory requisitions, including faxed and electronic orders. Maintain accurate records and support timely specimen tracking and result distribution. Prepare paperwork and documentation to support efficient laboratory workflow. Monitor and maintain laboratory supply inventory and work areas. Assist with patient scheduling, registration, and check-in as needed. Follow all safety, confidentiality, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with laboratory staff and healthcare teams to ensure accurate communication and timely service. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional service to patients, providers, and laboratory staff. Licensure/Certification Qualifications: FTE: 0.8 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Days Shift End Time: Days Weekends: Yes Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $17.63 - $26.45 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. To search for more jobs, please CLICK HERE. Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.

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