Medical Laboratory Assistant

American Oncology Network•Corpus Christi, TX

8d•$16 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Assistant performs laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role includes manual and automated routine blood tests, preparing specimens for microscopic examination, and operating laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, hematology analyzers, and point-of-care analyzers. The position supports accurate testing, regulatory compliance, equipment upkeep, and laboratory documentation in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

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.
Interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, 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 support quality, performance, operational excellence, collaboration, and positive relationships with employees, physicians, and the community.
Ability to manage time, competing priorities, stress, and professional development; self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and manage competing demands from multiple 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze body fluids, including urine and blood.
Perform quality control procedures before patient testing and conduct routine clinical laboratory tests.
Perform technical laboratory procedures accurately and precisely in accordance with 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; place supply orders as needed.
Follow safety guidelines and applicable federal and state laws and regulations related to patient care, rights, safety, billing, and collections.
Follow company and departmental policies and procedures, including disaster recovery and IT policies.
Perform compliance testing and duties necessary to keep the laboratory compliant with state and federal regulatory agencies.
Protect patient privacy.
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.