Medical Lab Assistant - Precise, Patient‑Focused Lab Tech

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick time

Paid holidays

Health/dental/vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Continuing education with supervision

Parental leave

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions seeks a Medical Lab Assistant to join our Columbus area team. The role includes collecting urine samples, performing CLIA-waived tests, and ensuring specimen integrity and privacy according to HIPAA guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid Ohio driver’s license and is willing to travel within the service area. Schedule is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5pm, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver's License and willingness to travel.
• Must pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen.
• Must be 25 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Collect urine samples and ensure sample integrity.
• Perform point-of-care testing using CLIA waived devices.
• Handle and label specimens with integrity and accuracy.
• Monitor lab orders and test per provider orders.
• Utilize LIS and electronic tools to enter data and communicate with teams.
• Transcribe provider orders as needed and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Update client charts with orders and results; ensure timely completion.
• Maintain inventory levels and place orders for supplies.
• Transport samples to the main lab promptly.
• Uphold professional conduct and LBHS Code of Conduct.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

LIS software

Education

High school diploma

Tools

LIS software

Job description

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions seeks a Medical Lab Assistant to join our Columbus area team. The role includes collecting urine samples, performing CLIA-waived tests, and ensuring specimen integrity and privacy according to HIPAA guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid Ohio driver’s license and is willing to travel within the service area. Schedule is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5pm, with competitive pay and benefits.