Medical Lab Assistant / MLA

Mountainside Medical Center; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair, NJ is seeking an evening-shift, part-time Pathology Unit Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to support specimen collection, processing and testing in our clinical lab.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and teamwork; preferred certifications, and on-hire phlebotomy certification; pay is determined by experience.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and strong customer service skills.
• Certification as phlebotomist upon hire; MLT/MLA certification within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Assists in specimen collection, receiving, processing and testing.
• Supports quality initiatives and process improvements in the lab.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong customer service

Education

High School or equivalent

Certification as phlebotomist upon hire

Certification as Medical Lab Assistant within 2 years

Job description

Overview

Join our team as an evening-shift, part-time, Pathology Unit Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financi al well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals:

Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) functions as a laboratory professional who assists other laboratory personnel in specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen processing, laboratory testing, process improvement and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

Job Requirements :

• High School or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and strong customer service skills.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a phlebotomist upon hire.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a medical lab assistant within 2 years of the hire date.
• Experience working in the clinical setting.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.