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Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$32.36 - $37/hr

Perform phlebotomy, vaccine administration, and point-of-care testing. * Conduct medication reviews, mental health screenings, and patient health assessments. * Maintain accurate patient records ...

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How much do point care testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for point care testing in St. Paul, MN is $34.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.31 and $46.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is point care testing?

A Point Care Testing (POCT) job involves conducting diagnostic tests at or near the site of patient care, such as in hospitals, clinics, or doctor's offices. Professionals in this role operate portable testing devices to quickly analyze blood, urine, and other samples for immediate results. Responsibilities typically include maintaining equipment, ensuring test accuracy, and following quality control procedures. This role is crucial for providing rapid diagnosis and improving patient outcomes by reducing wait times for laboratory results.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in point care testing?

To thrive in Point of Care Testing, professionals typically need a background in laboratory science or a healthcare-related field, with experience in basic diagnostic testing and quality control. Proficiency with point-of-care analyzers, specimen handling, and familiarity with regulatory requirements such as CLIA certification are important. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for success in this role. These abilities ensure accurate, timely test results and smooth collaboration with clinical teams, which is vital for patient care and compliance.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in point care testing?

A typical day in Point of Care Testing involves performing onsite diagnostic tests, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of results, and maintaining proper documentation and compliance with regulatory standards. You may work independently or as part of a clinical team, collaborating closely with nurses, physicians, and laboratory staff to help make real-time patient care decisions. Depending on the facility, your responsibilities might also include training other caregivers on testing procedures and troubleshooting equipment issues. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to develop critical laboratory and leadership skills, making it a great pathway for growth in clinical diagnostics.

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Infographic showing various Point Care Testing job openings in St. Paul, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,439 per year, or $34.3 per hour.

Medical Laboratory Technician - Phlebotomy/Point of Care

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Minneapolis, MN

$44K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

MLTs use independent judgment to perform full range of duties in the laboratory. MLTs perform day-to-day operations with minimal technical supervision while ensuring testing accuracy and quality of proper patient care. Duties include providing pre-analytic instructions to patients, VA staff, and external entities; operating and maintaining Point of Care (POC) instrumentation; performing specimen processing, waived testing; evaluating and reporting laboratory results.Qualifications:All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package. We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications. Failure to clearly demonstrate your experience in your application package may result in disqualification. All applicants are encouraged to submit responses to each Knowledge, Skill, and Ability (KSA) on a separate document.
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Education. Candidates must meet the applicable educational requirements for certification.
  • Certification: Candidates must currently possess one of the appropriate certifications as an MLT granted by the following organizations.
    • (a) American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) i ASCP, Board of Certification. OR ii ASCP, Board of Registry.
    • (b) American Medical Technologists. OR
    • (c) American Association of Bioanalysts.
  • English Language Proficiency. MLT candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations:GS-05:
Experience: None beyond the basic requirements.
GS-06:
Experience: In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must possess one year of experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
  1. Knowledge of MLT principles, practices, concepts and theories for sound independent work.
  2. Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures to manage reagents and supply inventories using document control systems.
  3. Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation.
  4. Ability to work as a team member in a laboratory setting to effectively complete assignments.
  5. Ability to use technical judgment to interpret laboratory results.
  6. Ability to apply complex written laboratory instructions.
  7. Ability to consult with other members of the health care team, patients and external customers.
Preferred Experience: Clinical laboratory experience including phlebotomy, specimen processing and point of care testing. Phlebotomy and MLT (ASCP and/or AMT) preferred
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-6.
Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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