Key Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Location Address:

2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311

Date Posted:

February 04, 2026

Department:

72006389 Central Lab Pathology

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

SEIU-9-Central Lab-SLC

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary:

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.

Key Position Details:

• Full time position (80 hours every two-week pay period)
• 8-hour, day shifts: M - F, 830a - 5p
• Occasional weekends

Job Description:

Performs moderate and complex specimen procedures, in the areas of anatomical and surgical pathology, and immunohistochemistry. Maintains oversight as a key operator of several work areas. Oversees the training of students new employees, assists with the daily lab operation, and participates in daily work schedule development.
CLIA Role:
Testing Personnel
Moderate complexity testing
Testing Personnel
High Complexity testing
Principle Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures.
  • Performs all routine histology functions that support the production of microscopic slides for interpretation by a pathologist.
  • Accessions tissue specimens, assists Pathologist Assistants, sections frozen tissue using a cryostat, processes and embeds tissue specimens, performs microtomy and staining, prepares solutions and stains, completes specialty testing using histochemical and/or immunohistochemical techniques, and performs quality control procedures.
  • Assesses integrity of specimens for testing and processing, verifying correct patient identification and using safe and secure specimen handling.
  • Assists in helping others with complex problem resolution.
  • Performs and documents required instrument maintenance, and quality control and takes appropriate remedial action.
  • Ensures appropriate record keeping and retention.
  • Communicates complex department issues with Technical Specialist, Manager, or Pathologist.
  • Maintains oversight as a key operator of several work areas.
  • Assists with biopsy collection.
  • May oversee daily lab operation, in the absence of manager/supervisor and may participate in daily work schedule development.
• Accurate and timely processing of specimens.
  • Reviews orders, and verifies correct patient labeling.
  • Performs processing with adherence to policies and procedures.
• Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.
  • Stocks, rotates and requests supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability in the work area.
  • May be assigned shift lead duties for oversight of work flow and daily work schedule development.
  • Serves as lead for training students and new employees.
  • Performs various clerical duties.
  • Participates in departmental or system wide meetings, projects or committees as assigned.
  • Assists in the training of employees and students.
  • Performs proficiency testing as assigned.
  • Assists in Direct Observations of staff for annual competency program.
• CLIA defined responsibilities:
  • 493.1425 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Moderate complexity.
  • 493.1495 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science from an accredited institution and completion of clinical internship or
• Vocational or Technical Training in a comprehensive military laboratory science program plus 3 years laboratory experience or
• Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science from an accredited institution plus AMT certification eligible plus 3 years' laboratory experience
• CLIA defined Qualifications: 493.1423 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications
• CLIA defined Qualifications: 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in a hospital laboratory

Licenses/Certifications

• Histotechnician, HT certification by a recognized agency such as ASCP, AMT or NCA required upon hire

Physical Demands

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

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.04 to $40.80 per hourThe 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.

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.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.