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Essentia Health · 2 weeks ago

Laboratory Scientist

Fargo, ND

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19.08/hr - $28.62/hr

Essentia Health is a healthcare organization seeking a Laboratory Scientist to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within their laboratories. The role involves performing specimen collection and processing while ensuring patient safety and compliance with accreditation standards.

Health CareHospitalNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collects specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)

Performs specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements

Performs laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements

Participates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate

Follows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality

Qualification

Specimen collectionLaboratory testingMedical terminologyBachelor degree in ScienceBasic computer skills

Required

Bachelor degree in Science or Allied Health

Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills

Preferred

Prefer graduate interested in pursuing a degree from an accredited laboratory program or other route to qualify them to sit for MLS ASCP BOC

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability insurance

Supplemental options

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Training

Tuition reimbursement

Educational programs

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Wellness resources

Company

Essentia Health

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Essentia Health is a non-profit organization that offers integrated health care facilities to its patients.

Founded in 2004

Duluth, Minnesota, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.essentiahealth.org/

H1B Sponsorship

Essentia Health has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (2)

2024 (2)

2023 (7)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$0.23M

Key Investors

Otto Bremer Trust

2022-08-11Grant· $0.23M

Leadership Team

David Herman

CEO

Douglas J. Arvin, CPA, MBA

West Market VP and CFO

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