Medical Lab Assistant I

St Lukes Hospital•Duluth, MN

45d

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within St. Luke#s Laboratories. The MLA will promote quality and patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing. The MLA I is responsible for gaining competencies in collection, receiving and distribution of specimens and samples to the appropriate area and the day to day tasks of information collection, correlation and distribution to the appropriate area. Responsible for the customer service functions of the laboratory.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent and six (6) months of lab experience or CNA, or MA.
High School graduate or equivalent and graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant program.
Bachelor#s Degree in a related physical science field (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry).
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to patient information.
Customer service skills such as ability to effectively greet the public; work well with patients and Hospital employees; communicate effectively with all kinds of people.
Ability to accurately maintain sample and report identity using patient name and identification number through sample receipt, processing and reporting.
Ability to follow directions and perform tasks outlined in procedure.
Ability to exercise judgment and take responsibility to maintain patient health and safety during specimen collection.
Ability to organize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to follow through internet search of tests.
Requires depth of knowledge in the area of laboratory medicine.
Understands hazardous materials encountered and treats in appropriate manner.
Ability to see, hear and speak in English.
Ability to lift up to thirty-five (35) pounds.