Laboratory Assistant

Monument Health

. Establish cooperative working relationships with caregivers, physicians, and leaders .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeSouth Dakota • United StatesJunior💰 $17 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in phlebotomy techniques, including venipuncture and capillary punctures, while ensuring accurate specimen collection and processing. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for establishing effective relationships with caregivers and healthcare professionals.

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Phlebotomy TechniquesSpecimen CollectionQuality Improvement InitiativesClinical Laboratory ExperienceCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

VenipunctureCapillary PuncturesSpecimen ProcessingInfection Control PracticesClerical Functions

Soft Skills

CompassionProfessionalismCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Phlebotomy Blood Technician (PBT)Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)

Industry Keywords

HealthcareClinical LaboratoryQuality ImprovementPatient CareSafety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish cooperative working relationships with caregivers, physicians, and leaders
Promote professionalism, compassion, and communication
Obtain blood specimens accurately and quickly using proper technique
Perform AIDET, patient identification, patient care, safety, and infection control practices
Restock supplies
Receive and process samples delivered to the lab
Store samples appropriately
Track add-on and extra samples, store and discard specimens
Perform daily hold over logs and resolve sample problems
Perform clerical and computer functions to ensure smooth department operation
Distribute specimens to the appropriate delivery point in each laboratory department
Answer the telephone in assigned sections
Participate in departmental and system-wide quality improvement initiatives as requested
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Ability to perform venipuncture and capillary punctures using appropriate phlebotomy devices
Ability to properly collect and process specimens for testing
Preferred: NAACLS phlebotomy program
Preferred certifications: Phlebotomy Blood Technician (PBT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Phlebotomy Solutions; Phlebotomy Certification from accredited University or accredited training professionals; Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Preferred: 1+ years in Clinical Laboratory and/or Healthcare Experience
Medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly