Clinical Lab Assistant- Microbiology - Overnight Shift

Meritus Health Inc; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

401k

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Meritus Health is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant in Microbiology for an overnight shift. You will support specimen processing, clerical tasks, inventory, and QA procedures to ensure accurate and timely lab results that contribute to high-quality patient care.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow established protocols, and the capacity to work independently within a busy laboratory setting. A strong team orientation and reliable communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand and follow clinical protocols, specifications, and procedures.
• Successful completion of data entry and medical terminology assessments.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen preparation, including centrifugation, aliquoting, volume measurement, labeling, storage, and packaging for in-house and reference laboratory testing.
• Assist laboratory technical staff with loading and unloading specimens from analyzers.
• Ensure accuracy and quality throughout specimen processing and testing workflows.
• Conduct complex clerical and processing functions while maintaining accurate laboratory records and reports.
• Manage department inventory, including monitoring stock levels, receiving supplies, and organizing storage.
• Collect, handle, and prepare biohazardous waste for proper disposal.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols and quality assurance standards.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and other healthcare team members.
• Demonstrate independent decision-making, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in a health-related field

Job description

Clinical Lab Assistant - Microbiology - Overnight Shift

10 - hour shift

8:30pm - 7:00am

Includes weekdays, rotating weekends and some holidays

Position Summary

Join our Laboratory Services team as a Clinical Lab Assistant. In this role, you will support laboratory operations by performing specimen processing, clerical functions, inventory management, and quality-focused laboratory procedures. The Clinical Lab Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable laboratory testing that supports exceptional patient care. This position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while following established laboratory protocols and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform specimen preparation, including centrifugation, aliquoting, volume measurement, labeling, storage, and packaging for in-house and reference laboratory testing.
• Assist laboratory technical staff with loading and unloading specimens from analyzers.
• Ensure accuracy and quality throughout specimen processing and testing workflows.
• Conduct complex clerical and processing functions while maintaining accurate laboratory records and reports.
• Manage department inventory, including monitoring stock levels, receiving supplies, and organizing storage.
• Collect, handle, and prepare biohazardous waste for proper disposal.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols and quality assurance standards.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and other healthcare team members.
• Demonstrate independent decision-making, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand and follow clinical protocols, specifications, and procedures.
• Successful completion of data entry and medical terminology assessments.

Preferred

• Associate degree in a health-related field.
• Minimum of two years of previous laboratory or related healthcare experience.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to quality patient care. They possess strong organizational skills, work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and consistently maintain accuracy while handling multiple priorities in a laboratory environment.

Why Join Our Team?

• Opportunity to contribute directly to patient care and outcomes.
• Collaborative and supportive healthcare environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Meaningful work within a respected healthcare organization.

Caring for Our Team

• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program.
• Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.