Medical Laboratory Assistant

American Oncology Network • Columbus, OH

5d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role performs manual and automated routine blood tests, prepares specimens for microscopic examination, and operates laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, hematology analyzers, and point-of-care analyzers. The position is based at Zangmeister Cancer Center and is not remote. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with travel of less than 25%.

Requirements

• High school education.
• At least two years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical, decision-making, planning, time-management, organizational, and independent-judgment skills; attention to detail.
• Interpersonal effectiveness, including diplomacy, tact, emotional intelligence, conflict management, delegation, and diversity awareness; ability to handle sensitive and confidential material.
• Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills; active listening and balanced feedback.
• Strong customer focus and ability to collaborate and support quality, performance, operational excellence, and positive employee, physician, and community relations.
• Ability to manage time, competing priorities, stress, and professional development; self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment while managing competing demands from varied stakeholders and sites.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to use a laboratory information system and laboratory instrumentation.

Nice To Haves

• National laboratory certification.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze body fluids, including urine and blood.
• Perform appropriate quality control procedures before patient testing.
• Perform routine clinical laboratory tests and technical procedures accurately and precisely, meeting accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Follow testing policies, procedures, and quality assurance requirements.
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and adequate supply inventory, and place orders with purchasing as needed.
• Follow safety guidelines and applicable federal and state laws and regulations relating to patient care, patient rights, safety, billing, collections, and privacy.
• Follow company and departmental policies and procedures, including the Disaster Recovery Plan and IT policies.
• Complete duties and compliance testing required to maintain laboratory compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Maintain required logs and submit monthly paperwork to the consultant.
• Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions and contact the instrument service company when necessary.
• Perform other assigned duties and projects.

What This Job Offers

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