Medical Lab Tech Program Lab Assistant

Virginia Community Colleges; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is seeking a Skills Laboratory Assistant to support the Medical Laboratory Technology Program. Responsibilities include preparing labs, maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and assisting with instructional activities to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.

The role emphasizes assisting with phlebotomy, microscopy, pipetting, specimen handling, and QA procedures, with a focus on hands-on learning for students.

Qualifications

• Basic laboratory safety principles and infection control practices.
• Organization and attention to detail are essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory classrooms and workstations for student exercises according to faculty instructions.
• Set up and distribute laboratory materials, reagents, specimens, and supplies.
• Clean and restore work areas after instructional activities.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment per policies and OSHA guidelines.
• Support faculty during laboratory sessions by addressing routine equipment needs.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and document equipment logs.
• Monitor inventory and notify leadership for reorder needs.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, and storing supplies.
• Ensure proper disposal of laboratory waste per safety procedures.
• Provide hands-on support to students to develop core medical laboratory skills.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Training in laboratory safety practices

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Medical Lab Tech Program Lab Assistant

Role Title

Role Title Trainer Instructor II

Role Code

Role Code 29112-SW

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 04

Position Number

Position Number 283W1048

Agency

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Division

Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $30 - $35/hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options?

Telework options are subject to change based on business needs

Work Schedule

As scheduled by the supervisor.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Skills Laboratory Assistant supports the Medical Laboratory Technology Program by assisting with laboratory preparation, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and operational support of instructional laboratory activities. This position helps ensure a safe, organized, and effective learning environment for students by maintaining laboratory readiness, supporting faculty laboratory instruction, and coordinating routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies.

Laboratory Preparation and Support

• Prepare laboratory classrooms and workstations for student laboratory exercises according to faculty instructions.
• Set up, organize, and distribute laboratory materials, reagents, specimens, consumables, and supplies before scheduled laboratory sessions.
• Clean and restore laboratory work areas following instructional activities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe laboratory environment in accordance with college policies, OSHA guidelines, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Support faculty during laboratory sessions by addressing routine equipment and supply needs.

Equipment Maintenance and Management

• Perform routine operational checks, cleaning, calibration verification, and preventive maintenance activities on laboratory equipment as directed.
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment logs, service documentation, and inventory records.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and service requests with vendors, biomedical equipment technicians, or college facilities personnel.
• Monitor equipment functionality and report malfunctions or safety concerns to faculty and program administration.

Inventory and Supply Management

• Maintain laboratory inventory of supplies, consumables, reagents, and instructional materials.
• Monitor stock levels and notify program leadership regarding reorder needs.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, storing, and organizing laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Properly dispose of laboratory waste in accordance with safety regulations and institutional procedures.

Student Learning Enhancement and Laboratory Skills Support

• Provide hands‑on support to students in the development and practice of essential medical laboratory skills, reinforcing techniques introduced by faculty in laboratory and clinical coursework.
• Assist students during scheduled skills practice sessions, open laboratory hours, and skills remediation activities.
• Support student competency development in foundational laboratory procedures, including:
  • Phlebotomy and specimen collection techniques
  • Proper microscope operation, care, focusing, and slide examination
  • Accurate pipetting and measurement techniques
  • Specimen handling, labeling, and processing procedures
  • Basic laboratory safety and infection control practices
  • Quality control and quality assurance procedures
  • Preparation and use of common laboratory equipment and instrumentation

Administrative Support

• Maintain records related to laboratory inventory, equipment maintenance, and safety inspections.
• Assist with annual equipment inventories and resource assessments.
• Support preparation of laboratory materials for accreditation reviews, audits, and program assessments as requested.

Other Duties

• Participate in training related to laboratory safety and equipment operation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support program operations.
• Processes samples for testing including centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, and shipping. Provides support for clinical testing including preparing slides, media cultures, or verifying tests results prior to the lab sessions.
• Manages supplies appropriately recognizing test kit, QC, or reagent expiration date vs. "open date" expiration date.
• Assist students and instructors during laboratory courses by teaching the correct operation of microscopes, pipettes, and other laboratory equipment, promoting adherence to safety standards, and supporting hands‑on laboratory learning experiences to enhance student competency and success.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge

Basic laboratory safety principles and infection control practices. Laboratory equipment operation and maintenance procedures. Inventory control and supply management practices. Recordkeeping and documentation procedures.

Skills

Organization and attention to detail.

Equipment

troubleshooting and maintenance support. Inventory tracking and stock management. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications. Effective written and verbal communication.

Abilities

Follow detailed instructions and established laboratory protocols. Prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Work independently as well as collaboratively with faculty and staff. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Establish positive working relationships with students, faculty, and vendors. Work independently while following established procedures.

Experience

Required

• Training in laboratory safety practices.
• Training in handling laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Ability to learn and follow OSHA , infection control, chemical hygiene, and college safety procedures.

Preferred

• Training in laboratory quality assurance and quality control.
• Experience with equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Training in hazardous waste management and laboratory chemical handling.
• Familiarity with CLIA -regulated laboratory environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Additional Considerations

Special licenses, registration/certification.

Preferred - MLT , MLS

This is a restricted position that is dependent upon funding. The availability of funding is scheduled to end on June 30, 2029, but may be extended based on the continuation of funding. Continued employment is contingent upon funding availability.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Minimal.

Posting Number

Posting Number WGE_3462P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/17/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/02/2026

Agency Website

Agency Website www.reynolds.edu

Email

[e-mail]

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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