Lab Assistant - Fast Lab Results & Flexible Hours

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

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.