Laboratory Assistant

Location Address: 4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN

Date Posted: January 16, 2026

Department:  Mercy Lab

Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length: Variable shift length

Hours Per Week: 20

Union

Contract:

SEIU-9-Mercy Lab-SLM

Weekend Rotation: Every Other

Allina Health is a not‑for‑profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones.

We are committed to providing whole‑person care, investing in your well‑being, and enriching your career.

Position will work at both Mercy Hospital and Mercy Hospital‑Unity Campus laboratories.

This position involves providing blood collection coverage at Courage Kenny in Golden Valley on weekends and holidays, as needed.

• 0.5 FTE (40 hours per two‑week pay period)
• 4 or 8‑hour, day/evening shifts
• Every other weekend rotation

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.

• 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 specimen 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.
  • Troubleshoots 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.

• High School or GED

• 2 to 5 years experience in phlebotomy

• Phlebotomy Certification upon hire preferred

• Light Work: lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range: $22.17 to $28.01 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.

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