Lab Assistant
The US Oncology Network•Chesapeake, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Virginia Oncology Associates is seeking a Lab Assistant (described in the overview as a Lab Tech/Phlebotomist) to support its offices in the Western Tidewater area of Hampton Roads. The role collects and processes patient specimens, assists with laboratory testing, maintains laboratory documentation and equipment, and coordinates testing with reference laboratories. This is a full-time, in-person position. Compensation is $20.85–$25.25 per hour; actual compensation depends on job-related factors including experience, education, certifications, licensure, and skills.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Willingness to travel between sites as needed.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including extensive sitting or standing; manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination; occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 40 pounds; corrected vision, color perception, and hearing within the normal range; and legible handwriting.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of phlebotomy experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collect viable and appropriate patient specimens as ordered and perform specimen analysis of chemistry, hematology, and immunology specimens as directed.
- Assist with testing procedures.
- Maintain test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and checklists.
- Send specimens to reference laboratories for testing not performed in-house and process incoming laboratory testing orders.
- Update and file daily paperwork, laboratory logs, and maintenance logs.
- Operate designated laboratory equipment as directed and perform appropriate instrument maintenance.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
