Lab Assistant

Patient First; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted medical treatment

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid annual leave & overtime

Job summary

Patient First in Owings Mills, MD is seeking a Lab Technician to provide rapid, accurate lab results and support x-ray and medical testing needs. You will follow procedures, maintain quality control, and communicate with nurses and physicians to ensure timely patient care.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic laboratory knowledge, ability to multitask, lift 20–50 pounds, and willingness to work at any center during staffing emergencies. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of laboratory principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform waived testing.
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during periods of high volume (100+ patients per day).
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations.
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Proficiency in performing venipuncture, finger stick collections, and drug screens.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods (4–7 hours).
• Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items (20–50 pounds).
• Willingness to work at any center due to staffing or center emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality and rapid lab results with knowledge of analyses, procedures, equipment, and safety.
• Following procedures for specimen collection, handling, processing, testing analyses, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Adhering to quality control policies and documenting activities under supervision.
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
• Notifying nurses/physicians when patient is ready for exam and communicating needs.
• Adhering to corrective action policies when test systems are out of range and documenting actions.
• Identifying and troubleshooting problems affecting test performance or reporting.
• Receiving and distributing lab supplies as needed.
• Adhering to safety policies defined by Patient First and OSHA.
• Assisting nurses and physicians with patient treatment and care.
• Handling physician and nurse requests respectfully and promptly.
• Fostering teamwork and maintaining a positive, professional atmosphere.
• Providing warm, friendly service in all interactions.
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory principles

Venipuncture

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Laboratory knowledge

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Providing quality and rapid lab results involving knowledge of laboratory analyses, proper procedures, work equipment, and safety procedures;
• Following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing, as well as for test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance of test results;
• Adhering to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documenting all quality control activities and maintenance under the supervision of the Lab Technician on duty;
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;
• Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;
• Adhering to the established corrective action policies and procedures of the laboratory whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance and documenting those actions;
• Identifying and troubleshooting problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results either by correcting the problem or notifying the Lab Technician on duty, Lab Supervisor, or Lab Consultant;
• Receiving and distributing lab supplies as needed;
• Adhering to safety policies as defined by Patient First and OSHA;
• Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;
• Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.

Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older;
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have knowledge of laboratory principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform waived testing;
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during periods of high volume (100 or more patients per day);
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations;
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation;
• Proficiency in performing venipuncture, finger stick collections, and drug screens;
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4-7 hours at a time);
• Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items (20 to 50 pounds);
• Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Salary Range: $21.50 - $24.00, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation

• Discounted Medical treatment at any Patient First location (employees only)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match, for employees who qualify)
• Paid Annual Leave, Overtime Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Bonuses include:
  • Recruitment bonus
  • Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)
  • Weekend bonus (center employees only)

Since opening our first medical center in 1981, Patient First's vision remains the same: making access to quality medical care as convenient and cost-effective as possible. To achieve this objective, we have adopted and continue to embrace many innovative operating systems and practices. All 78 Patient First centers in the mid-Atlantic region are open every day of the year- including weekends and holidays. Patient First provides both primary and urgent care services as well as a broad range of Occupational Health services. X-rays, lab tests, and prescription drugs are available on-site to save time and reduce the need for extra trips. Patient First offers excellent benefits packages, flexible hours, and competitive compensations for Nurses, Lab and Radiologic Technologists, Medical Assistants, and Front Office staff. Medical candidates with at least 1-2 years of experience in a physician's office or hospital setting are preferred.