Clinical Lab Associate III — Pre-Analytical & QA Support

UVA Health; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health Gainesville Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Associate III to perform pre-analytical processing, data entry, and order review in a clinical lab. The role supports specimen labeling, registration, and distribution, with phlebotomy and pathology duties as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with related healthcare experience; an CLA, MOA, or ASCP certification is preferred. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current medical terminology.
• Ability to communicate clearly with medical staff and patients.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to respond calmly to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Pre-analytical processing of biological specimens for testing.
• Data entry of client demographics and processing test orders.
• Order review, reconciliation of specimen/order problems, and assist with send-out testing.
• Ensure patient registration and proper labeling of samples.
• Patient phlebotomy and pathology support as assigned.

Job description

UVA Health Gainesville Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Associate III to perform pre-analytical processing, data entry, and order review in a clinical lab. The role supports specimen labeling, registration, and distribution, with phlebotomy and pathology duties as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with related healthcare experience; an CLA, MOA, or ASCP certification is preferred. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.