Clinical Lab Assistant - Specimen Processing & Data Entry

Medical Center Health System; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Health System in Odessa, TX is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory staff by processing specimens, ensuring accurate labeling, and maintaining patient identification throughout workflows.

The role includes order entry, data verification, and potential clerical duties or waived laboratory testing; a high school diploma and healthcare exposure are preferred, with certification (CMLA) optional.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Two years healthcare experience preferred.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) not required but preferred.
• Must complete approved shipping course on hazardous shipments within 1 month of hire.
• Competency assessment to be completed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory technical staff in processing specimens and specimen handling.
• Prepare specimens for analysis while maintaining positive patient identification throughout the process.
• Perform order entry and verify patient collection data and special notations.
• May perform clerical tasks and waived laboratory testing as needed.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; healthcare experience preferred

Job description

Medical Center Health System in Odessa, TX is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory staff by processing specimens, ensuring accurate labeling, and maintaining patient identification throughout workflows.

The role includes order entry, data verification, and potential clerical duties or waived laboratory testing; a high school diploma and healthcare exposure are preferred, with certification (CMLA) optional.