Lab Assistant

US Oncology Network-posted 6 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Irving, TX
Ambulatory Health Care Services
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Texas Oncology is looking for a Lab Assistant to join our team! This position will support the Texas Center for Proton Therapy in Irving, TX. This is a full-time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm position with no weekends, call, or major holidays. This position will be either a level 1, 2 or Sr based on candidate experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today - at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve 'More breakthroughs. More victories.' in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

  • Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
  • Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.
  • Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, immunology specimens as directed.
  • Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.
  • Preps patients as necessary (e.g., taking vital signs)
  • Assists with testing procedures according to procedure guidelines.
  • Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
  • Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
  • Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
  • Charts patient results in a timely manner.
  • Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
  • Arrange for transfusion of blood products when ordered by physician.
  • Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
  • Uses equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently.
  • Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
  • Performs testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
  • Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
  • Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents.
  • Identifies troubleshooting procedures and calls technical services as needed.
  • Implements and complies with safety and quality assurance standards.
  • Complies with regulatory agency standards.
  • Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
  • Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
  • Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed.
  • Performs phlebotomy and sample collection procedures as needed.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
  • Responsible for performing CLIA Waived or Moderately complexity testing under close supervision.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required for Level 1.
  • Minimum three years laboratory experience for Level 2.
  • Minimum five years laboratory experience for Level Sr.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
  • Generous PTO program
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyle
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Discounts on some retailers
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