Laboratory Technical Assistant

Location Address:2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN Date Posted:

October 02, 2026

Department:
Central Lab Special Management Sendouts

Shift: Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:40

Union

Contract:

SEIU-9-Central Lab-SLCWeekend Rotation:

Every 3rd

Job Summary:

Join our team as a Medical Laboratory Professional! Step into a diverse, multicultural lab environment where your work directly impacts patient care. As a key member of our fast-paced healthcare team, you'll use the latest technology to help process millions of tests annually. We’re driven by a passion for innovation, teamwork, and creating meaningful impact.

Key Position Details:
1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)8-hour day shifts

Every 3rd weekend rotation
* This position is located at our Central Laboratory and will not have direct patient contact.

Job Description:

Performs laboratory functions such as waived testing, assisting with standard operating procedure and work flow development, and training of new staff. Supports one or more of the following work areas: laboratory reception/registration, specimen collection (i.e. venipuncture, capillary, cultures, and chain of custody); processing of specimens, and supply ordering.

Principle Responsibilities Performs routine laboratory procedures within established guidelines.

Verifies patient identification.

Identifies and uses appropriate collection method to obtain samples for testing (venipuncture or capillary puncture).Collects sample, evaluates specimens acceptability, and labels specimen.

May perform waived testing.

Accurate and timely processing of specimens.

Performs specimen processing with strict adherence to CAP, OSHA, COLA, and CLIA requirements.

Trouble-shoots minor equipment issues.

Stocks, rotates, and requests phlebotomy supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability.

Performs customer service in lab reception.

Greets patients, performs check-in process, and responds to questions and patient needs.

Evaluates patient orders for completeness and follows up as needed.

Schedules, orders, and releases patients in electronic medical record.

Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.

Participates in the training of employees and students.

Performs proficiency testing as assigned.

Performs various clerical duties.

Participates in departmental or system-wide meetings, projects, or committees as assigned.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications High School or GED Preferred Qualifications 2 to 5 years experience in phlebotomy

Licenses/Certifications Phlebotomy Certification upon hire preferred

Physical Demands Light Work:

Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range Pay Range: $24.51 to $30.28 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

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