Lab Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted medical treatment

401(k) with employer match

Paid annual leave

Overtime pay

Holiday bonuses

Job summary

Patient First in Towson, MD is seeking a Lab Technician to deliver accurate and timely lab results to support patient care. You will follow established procedures for specimen collection, processing, and reporting, while maintaining quality control and safety standards.

The role requires proficiency with lab instrumentation, venipuncture, and the ability to multitask during high-volume periods. Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to contribute to a busy, patient-focused center.

Qualifications

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of laboratory principles and waived testing.
• Ability to multitask during high-volume periods.
• Proficiency in using laboratory instrumentation.
• Must be able to lift 20–50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work at any center as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and rapid lab results with knowledge of analyses and safety procedures.
• Follow procedures for specimen collection, handling, processing, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Document quality control activities under supervision of on-duty Lab Technician.
• Order lab supplies, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
• Notify nurse/physician when patient is ready for exam and relay lab questions.
• Identify and troubleshoot test performance issues and document actions.
• Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient care tasks and requests.
• Foster teamwork and maintain a positive, professional atmosphere.
• Provide friendly service in all interactions and perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory principles

Multitasking

Customer service

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Venipuncture equipment

Job description

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following: 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.