Clinical Lab Assistant & Phlebotomy Specialist

LBJ Tropical Medical Center; Fagaʻalu, Tafuna (AS, AS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

LBJ Tropical Medical Center in American Samoa invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant position. The role requires phlebotomy skills, specimen collection, and the ability to perform waived and moderately complex tests.

You will assist MLS/MLT, operate laboratory equipment, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and infection control standards. A High School diploma and relevant certifications are required, with advancement toward Laboratory Assistant certification after two years.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent, healthcare/clinical lab related coursework preferred.
• Must be a certified Phlebotomist with ASCP or AMT.
• Must become a Certified Laboratory Assistant after 2 years of work experience.
• More than 2 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and moderately complex tests.
• Collect and handle specimens with proper labeling and documentation.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Assist MLS/MLT in procedures of moderate/high complexity testing.
• Maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Laboratory equipment

Quality & safety

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification (ASCP/AMT)

Laboratory Assistant certification after 2 years

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Laboratory instruments

Job description

LBJ Tropical Medical Center in American Samoa invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant position. The role requires phlebotomy skills, specimen collection, and the ability to perform waived and moderately complex tests.

You will assist MLS/MLT, operate laboratory equipment, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and infection control standards. A High School diploma and relevant certifications are required, with advancement toward Laboratory Assistant certification after two years.