Medical Lab Assistant

North Memorial Health Career Portal • Maple Grove, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs data entry, basic computer operations, specimen collection, processing, and basic laboratory procedures. The Medical Laboratory Assistant continuously works towards providing quality service improvement and optimum support to the department and team members in achieving North Memorial- Maple Grove Hospital’s goals. Actively and consistently demonstrates the mission, vision, values and guiding principles of North Memorial-Maple Grove Hospital. Previous hospital phlebotomy and Epic experience preferred. This position involves approximately 70% phlebotomy.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Laboratory Assistants or Medical Assistants.
• OR Minimum of one-year current laboratory experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
• OR Completion of a course in medical terminology and at least two semesters of college level biology and/or chemistry.
• Superior ability to multi-task, prioritize multiple projects, adjust to changing workflow and workload accordingly.
• Ability to take initiative, be self-motivated and an independent, accountable, dependable performer.
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to express ideas and information (both in written and oral form), clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with conflict in a positive manner.
• Has an awareness of, responds to, and considers the needs, feelings and capabilities of others.
• Ability to be accountable for quality customer service and respond appropriately to a variety of personalities and situations.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Completion of a minimum of 6 hours of continuing education hours annually.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital phlebotomy and Epic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs data entry
• basic computer operations
• specimen collection
• processing
• basic laboratory procedures
• Provides quality service improvement
• Provides optimum support to the department and team members
• Assists in the orientation and training of new team members and students as directed by Laboratory Manager or Lab Lead
• Participates in all required in-service training, laboratory meetings and other additional assigned training
• Maintains skill proficiency, including improvement were deemed necessary and attains new skills as required

Benefits

• Eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program.
• Health & Welfare Benefit Packages
• 401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan, based on workgroup eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans
• Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child
• Child Care Discount Program with New Horizon 10% off weekly childcare tuition
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for all benefit eligible team members
• Health insurance benefits are available for this position.
• North Memorial Health offers multiple health plans based on work group eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED