Medical Laboratory Assistant I
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Assistant II will serve to train new lab assistants and help ensure maximum operational support to the core laboratory teams. This position is responsible for daily assignments that may include functioning as an assistant to laboratory staff, training new lab assistants and students, handling specimens, performing minor CLIA waived laboratory tests, following up on orders, assisting with on-call coverage, calibrating equipment, troubleshooting automation lines, resolving billing and order issues, and resolving conflicts and concerns for lab personnel. All other assigned duties related to the medical laboratory are also part of this role.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- +1 year of medical laboratory experience
- Basic knowledge of lab methods, procedures, and medical terminology
- Understands and can articulate correct procedures to accurately identify patients, label specimens, and verify there is adequate sampling for the testing ordered
- Good knowledge of test menu and ability to manage requisitions/orders
- Must be able to effectively interact with and lead people from all backgrounds
- Demonstrate ability to perform basic functions in the laboratory and hospital information system
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
Responsibilities
- Functions as an assistant to laboratory staff in actions(s) assigned
- Train new lab assistants and students
- Handle specimens that include blood, urine, bodily fluids, tissues, stools, and other material for biological and chemical analysis
- Perform minor CLIA waived laboratory tests that do not require licensure or certification (ie.,pregnancy testing, MONO, and certain other rapid testing)
- Follow up on orders from clinics and vendors
- Assist with on-call coverage
- As needed, assist with calibrating equipment and troubleshooting automation line and other laboratory equipment
- Resolve billing and order issues
- Resolve conflicts and concerns for lab personnel
- All other assigned duties related to the medical laboratory
Benefits
- Resilience program
- Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community
- On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
- Discounted Pharmacy Cost
- Cash Retention Bonus
- Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
- PTO & Extended Illness
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
