medical laboratory assistant

Essentia Health

<div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description:</b></h3>
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post-analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories. The MLA will promote patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing. This position will also perform waived lab testing following standards of accreditation agencies and state licensure requirements.</div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education Qualifications:</b></h3>
<p>Key Responsibilities:</p>
<ul><li>Collects specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)
</li><li>Performs specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements to support clinical laboratory testing
</li><li>Performs laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements
</li><li>Participates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate
</li><li>Follows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality
</li></ul><p></p><p>Educational Requirements:</p>
<ul><li>Graduate from Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
</li></ul><p>OR
</p><ul><li>Completes an internal Medical Laboratory Assistant training program within 1 year of hire
</li></ul><p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications:
</p><ul><li>Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification</li>
<li>Recent specimen preparation and processing experience
</li><li>Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators&rsquo; license</li>
<li>Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills</li>
</ul></div></div><div>Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we&rsquo;re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
</div><div><b>Job Location:</b> St Josephs Medical Center
</div><div><b>Shift Rotation:</b> Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
</div><div><b>Shift Start/End:</b> Day/Evening Rotation/Day/Evening Rotation
</div><div><b>Hours Per Pay Period:</b> 64
</div><div><b>Compensation Range:</b> $17.63 - $26.45 / hour
</div><div><b>Union:</b>
</div><div><b>FTE:</b> 0.8
</div><div><b>Weekends:</b> Yes
</div><div><b>Call Obligations:</b>
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Medical Laboratory Assistant

Family Practice Associates of Lexington

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
Family Practice Associates was founded by Dr. Jeffrey Foxx in 1983 and has grown to one of the largest family practice groups in Central Kentucky. Today FPA is a group of primary care providers who are dedicated to giving family-centered care from birth to later years. FPA has over 20 primary providers including: physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and a licensed professional counselor. With a professionally trained staff of CMA&rsquo;s, receptionists, lab techs and others, FPA provides award winning care that has been recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) through the National Commission on Quality Assurance. FPA works diligently to offer Central Kentucky families enhanced access to medical care at its Hamburg &amp; Brannon Crossing locations as well as online at www.fpalex.com.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities</b></p><div></div><div><br>
The Point of Care Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing phlebotomy as well as point of care testing as part of the daily laboratory operations as assigned by the laboratory manager. These duties include (but are not limited to):</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Specimen collection and processing:</b></div><ul><li>
Collecting viable and appropriate specimens from patients</li><li>
Maintaining the appropriate documentation for specimen collection and tracking</li><li>
Sending specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in-house.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Inventory:</b></div><ul><li>
Maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies</li><li>
Ensuring that all supplies are viable before use in patient testing</li><li>
The rotation of stock so that the oldest material is used first</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Safety:</b></div><ul><li>
Guaranteeing that the safety procedures outlined in the safety manual are followed</li><li>
Ensuring that medical waste is properly disposed</li><li>
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment (waiting room, patient restrooms, phlebotomy draw areas and laboratory)</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Point of Care Tests:</b></div><div>
The point of care medical laboratory assistant performs only those point of care tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual&rsquo;s education, training or experience and technical abilities. For point of care testing, the point of care medical laboratory assistant is responsible for the following:</div><ul><li>
Following the laboratory&rsquo;s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses and reporting and maintaining records of patient test results</li><li>
Maintaining records that demonstrate the proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.</li><li>
Adhering to the laboratory&rsquo;s quality control policies and documenting that all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance are performed</li><li>
Following the laboratory&rsquo;s established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory&rsquo;s established acceptable levels of performance</li><li>
Being capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correcting the problems or immediately notifying the technical or clinical consultant or director</li><li>
Documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory&rsquo;s established performance specifications:</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Other:</b></div><ul><li>
Any other tasks deemed appropriate and assigned by the laboratory manager</li></ul><div></div><p><b><br>
Specific Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Phlebotomy Skills / Experience</li><li>
Knowledge of laboratory procedures</li><li>
Fine motor skills necessary to operate the computer and laboratory equipment</li><li>
Electronic health records experience preferred</li><li>
The ability to stand up most of the day, stretch repeatedly over the counter and lift loads of less than 10 pounds</li><li>
Good communication skills, problem solving ability, independent judgment and initiative.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize and develop workflow.</li><li>
Ability to perform other assigned tasks</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><br>
Monday- Friday 8:30am-5:30pm</div>

Phlebotomist - Medical Laboratory Assistant (Full-Time)

Smilow Cancer Hospital

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 To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
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 Responsible for receiving and processing specimens. Accession specimens in laboratory information system. Handle incoming phone calls and assisting with general lab supply management. Work in conjunction with Medical Laboratory Scientists.
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   1. Understands and adheres to Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
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   2. Demonstrate knowledge of department and hospital policies and procedures and their execution
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   3. Handle telephone inquiries, transfer as needed
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   4. Receive, accession and process specimens in order to ensure timely reporting of results. Ensures positive patient identification
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   5. Perform registration in HIS as needed
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   6. Process reference lab testing as needed
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   7. Independently troubleshoot specimen-related problems
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   8. Assist with inventory and supply management, including supplies to others hospitals and/or customers
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   9. Maintain hardware and equipment as needed
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   10. Uses computer programs in laboratory and hospital-based systems to ensure accurate data entry and retrieval
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   11. Perform other duties as needed
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 HS Diploma or equivalency exam
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 Experience not required
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 Excellent communication skills and customer service skills. Basic computer skills Consistently interacts with coworkers and customers in a positive manner. Cooperatively and proactively assists in other areas as needed in a teamwork-oriented environment. Maintains procedure knowledge and implements all new and revised procedures in real-time. Maintains all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards at all times. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.
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Medical Laboratory Assistant- Blood Bank

WellSpan Health

PRN (As needed)
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<b>Shift:</b> Day/Evening/Nights Flex Rotation
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Weekends and holidays
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Performs a variety of general support duties in specimen procurement, clerical, central processing, and/or other assigned areas at an entry skill level. Performs and interprets limited procedures in the Pathology Department at all times. May perform minor preventative tasks as well as ordering of laboratory supplies.
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1. Understands and follows hospital fire and safety procedures; knows personal role in case of a fire.
<br>2. Understands and follows all departmental policies and procedures
<br>3. Communicates with managers and co-workers
<br>4. Assists with the restocking of supplies for the department.
<br>5. Performs limited maintenance of laboratory equipment.
<br>6. Rearranges workload if emergencies arise in the department.
<br>7. Is responsible for assessing specimen acceptability according to Standard Operating Procedures...
<br>8. Can assist with specimen ordering, receipt into the laboratory and tracking.
<br>9. Demonstrates the process for accurate and complete patient registration into the computer system, with follow up phone call, if necessary, to physician offices to obtain necessary information.
<br>10. Answers pneumatic tube-system, processes samples and delivers to appropriate departments
<br>11. Correctly identifies and labels all specimen types. Understands and follows proper labeling placement on samples. Takes action to reconcile identification concerns.
<br>12. Places samples onto designated instruments for testing by the technicians and/or technologists
<br>13. Assists in preparation of specimens being sent to reference laboratories, i.e. pours off specimen into accurately labeled aliquot tubes, protects appropriate specimens from light, etc.
<br>14. Files specimens in tube storage through LIS as directed.
<br>15. Provides clerical support for laboratory.
<br>16. Assists in the phoning and faxing of test results.
<br>17. Scans/Archives documents as needed
<br>18. Provides accurate and complete instructions to patients and other customers of the laboratory.
<br>19. Accurately weighs and measures chemicals for specified specimen containers.
<br>20. Exhibits and demonstrates a thorough understanding of and performs all staining procedures within the Microbiology and Hematology Departments
<br>21. Does culture setup; plating specimens on appropriate media and incubates in required conditions
<br>22. Performs waived testing as directed.
<br>23. Understands and follows the process for specimen adequacy of sputum cultures.
<br>24. Exhibits a thorough knowledge of safety requirements in the Laboratory as well as special requirements in the Microbiology Department
<br>25. Exhibits and demonstrates a thorough understanding of rapid antigen testing within the Microbiology Department.
<br>26. Cleans countertops a minimum of once per shift or as required to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
<br>27. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications and Standards
<br><b>Education:</b> High School diploma required; course work in medical technology, biotechnology, chemistry or biology preferred.
<br><b>Experience:</b> Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required.
<br><b>Certifications/Licensure:</b> None required.

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Core Lab - PRN

UF Health

<b>Overview:</b><br>
Performs skin punctures to obtain blood specimens for laboratory testing. Responsible for prompt, accurate processing of test requisitions, accurate charging, registering and ordering tests for outpatients, informing techs of stats and other timed or urgent testing. Telephone patients, physicians and nursing units when required. Maintains neat and organized collection trays, collection areas and work areas. Persons in this position are expected to demonstrate logical, professional behaviors under demanding and stressful conditions. National Phlebotomy Certification preferred.
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<b>Qualifications:</b><b>Education:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>High school education / GED</li>
</ul>
<b>Licensure/Certification/Registration:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Phlebotomy Certification preferred</li>
</ul>
Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:
<br><br>
<ul>
<li>Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English</li>
</ul>


Medical Laboratory Assistant | Lab | PRN Variable Shift

<div>Overview:
<p>
UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, formerly known as The Villages Regional Hospital and acquired by University of Florida Health in January 2020, has been serving residents of The Villages as well as patients in Lake, Sumter and Marion counties since 2002. At UF Health The Villages&reg; Hospital, we are committed to providing the community with leading-edge patient care, clinical training and research programs. Our teams of physicians and clinical staff work together to offer specialty services, advanced technology and clinical studies &ndash; bringing world-class health care closer to you and your loved ones.</p><p></p><p><br>
We are part of UF Health Central Florida, a not-for-profit health care system and the largest most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. UF Health Central Florida provides inpatient acute hospital services at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital and UF Health Leesburg Hospital, inpatient rehabilitation services at UF Health Rehab Hospital &ndash; The Villages and diagnostic laboratory services at several locations. We take pride in providing progressive, innovative technology, along with building strong relationships with patients, families, physicians and residents of the communities we serve.</p>
Responsibilities:
<p>
Performs skin punctures to obtain blood specimens for laboratory testing. Responsible for prompt, accurate processing of test requisitions, accurate charging, registering and ordering tests for outpatients, informing techs of stats and other timed or urgent testing. Telephone patients, physicians and nursing units when required. Maintains neat and organized collection trays, collection areas and work areas. Persons in this position are expected to demonstrate logical, professional behaviors under demanding and stressful conditions. National Phlebotomy Certification preferred.</p>
Qualifications:
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Education:</p><ul><li>High school education / GED</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Licensure/Certification/Registration:</p><ul><li>Phlebotomy Certification preferred</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:</p><ul><li>Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English</li></ul></div>

Plexus Health

<p><b>Position Summary:</b></p><p>This position involves performing laboratory tests and assisting with diagnostic procedures in a primary care setting. The Clinical Laboratory Assistant will ensure proper specimen handling, accurate test results, and well-maintained laboratory equipment, contributing to the smooth functioning of the office's clinical operations. This role requires attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work effectively with medical staff to support patient care.</p><p><b>Location</b>: Lancaster, SC</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b>:</p><p>&middot; Collect and process patient specimens (blood, urine, etc.) for laboratory testing.</p><p>&middot; Prepare and maintain lab equipment and instruments, ensuring proper calibration and cleanliness.</p><p>&middot; Perform routine laboratory tests.</p><p>&middot; Accurately record and store laboratory results in patient medical records.</p><p>&middot; Follow established protocols for specimen handling, testing, and result reporting.</p><p>&middot; Assist providers and other medical staff in interpreting lab results to support diagnosis and treatment.</p><p>&middot; Ensure all laboratory operations comply with health and safety regulations, including the proper disposal of biohazardous materials.</p><p>&middot; Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and request replenishments as needed.</p><p>&middot; Communicate with patients about lab procedures and provide follow-up instructions when necessary.</p><p>&middot; Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Services, Clinical Manager, and medical team to improve lab workflows and patient care.</p><p>&middot; Additional duties as assigned.</p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>&middot; <b>Education: </b>Completion of a certified Clinical Laboratory Assistant program or related field, or equivalent work experience.</p><p>&middot; <b>Certification: </b>Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant is preferred.</p><p>&middot; <b>Experience: </b>Previous experience in a clinical lab setting, particularly in a primary care or medical office environment.</p><p>&middot; Knowledge of medical terminology, laboratory procedures, and quality control protocols.</p><p>&middot; Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting common laboratory equipment.</p><p>&middot; Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask effectively.</p><p>&middot; Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.</p><p>&middot; Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a medical team.</p><p>Physical Demands:</p><p>&middot; Ability to move about the office and laboratory frequently and remain stationary frequently, each for long periods of time.</p><p>&middot; Ability to transport up to 20 pounds frequently.</p><p>&middot; Manual dexterity for handling medical equipment and specimens.</p><p>Work Environment:</p><p>The work environment characteristics described here represent those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.</p><p>&middot; Primary care office environment with exposure to biohazardous materials.</p><p>&middot; Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as needed.</p><p>Care Net of Lancaster dba Plexus Health is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. Plexus Health will take steps to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, perform the job's essential functions, or receive other benefits and employment privileges, please contact your Human Resources representative or direct supervisor.</p><p>Plexus Health is an Equal Opportunity and At-Will Employer.</p><p>Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Have you completed a certified clinical laboratory assistant program?</li><li>Do you have previous experience in a clinical lab setting, particularly in a primary care or medical office environment?</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>Clinical Laboratory Assistant certificate? (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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