Senior Lab Assistant - The Woodlands, Tx

The US Oncology Network•The Woodlands, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Lab Assistant to join their team at The Woodlands, Texas location. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The specific level (1, 2, or Sr) will be determined by the candidate's experience. The Woodlands is a vibrant community offering a blend of nature, culture, and amenities, making it an ideal place for patients to receive care close to home. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, dedicated to making advanced cancer care accessible and supporting patients in fighting cancer at home with the support of family and friends. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care using leading-edge technology and research to help patients achieve 'More breakthroughs. More victories.'

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Position is entry-level and requires no experience (for Level 1).
Minimum three (3) years laboratory experience (for Level 2).
Minimum five (5) years laboratory experience (for Sr Level).

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, is responsible for the collecting and processing of specimens from patients, documenting results according to established procedures.
Assists with performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures as indicated.
Follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures.
Assists with patient flow as needed.
Properly identifies patient, draws blood samples and sends to laboratory for analysis.
Maintains collection areas and equipment and performs record keeping duties.
Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.
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.