Laboratory Technician Assistant 2

Inova • Fairfax, VA

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About The Position

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Technician Assistant 2 to support accurate specimen processing and collection for laboratory testing. The role is full-time, overnight, Monday through Friday from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., and includes every other weekend. The position involves maintaining specimen integrity, accurately accessioning and preparing specimens, and ensuring patient identification and labeling are correct. The assistant also handles preparation and receipt of 24-hour urine containers in accordance with facility policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience in a clinical laboratory environment or as a phlebotomist.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens accurately to maintain specimen integrity and verify product and/or test components during processing.
• Manage specimen accessioning accurately and efficiently to provide quality specimens for laboratory testing.
• Collect specimens by confirming patient identification, collecting in appropriate tubes, using venipuncture or capillary techniques, and labeling specimens accurately.
• Prepare and receive 24-hour urine containers, verifying collection technique, total volume, and correct preservative according to facility policy.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others to optimize job performance and foster working relationships.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions starting on the first day.
• Education assistance of up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan assistance of up to $10,000.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, their spouses or partners, and their children.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED