Lab Technician Assistant - Patient Care & Lab Support

Inova Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness program

Retirement match

Education assistance

Student loan assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Inova Central Lab in Fairfax, VA, is seeking a Laboratory Technician Assistant 2 PSC (LTA 2 PSC) for a full-time day shift (Mon-Fri 7:30am–4:00pm) with occasional rotating Saturday shifts (7:00am–5:00pm). The role emphasizes specimen preparation, labeling, and customer service within a safety-conscious environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent with phlebotomy training; Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of Phlebotomy training or certificate in an Allied Health program is required.
• Phlebotomy School completion can meet the requirement.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepares specimens, stores, and packages for transport per lab protocol.
• Communicates effectively with Inova staff and external partners to optimize performance.
• Performs patient registration, billing, and test order procedures for correct testing, reporting, and compliance.
• Performs proper specimen collection and accurate labeling according to policy.
• Provides excellent patient and customer service using AIDET principles and ensures correct test information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training

Phlebotomy program / Allied Health certificate

Job description

Inova Central Lab in Fairfax, VA, is seeking a Laboratory Technician Assistant 2 PSC (LTA 2 PSC) for a full-time day shift (Mon-Fri 7:30am–4:00pm) with occasional rotating Saturday shifts (7:00am–5:00pm). The role emphasizes specimen preparation, labeling, and customer service within a safety-conscious environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent with phlebotomy training; Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire may be required.