Medical Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role performs routine manual and automated blood tests, prepares specimens for microscopic examination, and operates laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, hematology analyzers, and point-of-care analyzers. The position collects and analyzes body fluids, performs routine clinical laboratory tests, and follows testing, quality assurance, and regulatory procedures. It also maintains equipment and supplies, keeps required records, supports laboratory compliance, and protects patient privacy. The role is based at Zangmeister Cancer Center, is not remote, and has standard hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with less than 25% travel.
Requirements
- High school education.
- At least two years of experience in a laboratory setting.
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time-management, and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to exercise independent judgment.
- Interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, and diversity awareness.
- Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and emotionally charged matters.
- Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills; active listening and balanced feedback.
- Strong customer focus and ability to collaborate with stakeholders across a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
- Ability to manage time, conflicting priorities, stress, and professional development; self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
- 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 quality control procedures before patient testing.
- Perform routine clinical laboratory tests and technical procedures accurately and precisely.
- Follow testing policies, procedures, quality assurance requirements, and accreditation and regulatory standards.
- Set up, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and adequate supply inventory; place orders with purchasing as needed.
- Follow established safety guidelines and applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient rights, safety, billing, and collections.
- Follow company and departmental policies and procedures, including the Disaster Recovery Plan and IT policies and procedures.
- Complete duties and compliance testing required to keep the laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Protect patient privacy.
- Maintain required logs, troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, and contact the instrument service company when necessary.
- Submit monthly paperwork to the consultant.
- Perform other assigned duties and projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
