Medical Laboratory Assistant

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join their team. This entry-level position involves various technical duties under the supervision of a Medical Technologist, including quality control, specimen processing, and supporting laboratory functions. The ideal candidate should have an associate or BA degree in a clinical science and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses predetermined criteria for quality control.
• Prepares and processes specimens according to department procedures.
• Performs test order entry accurately.

Skills

Decisive Judgment

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

Associates or BA degree in a clinical science

Certificate from an accredited MLA program

Job description

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GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs various technical and support laboratory duties under the supervision of a Medical Technologist.

• Uses predetermined criteria for quality control and assures that the technologist in charge is aware of quality results that are out of control. (5%)
• Prepares and processes specimens according to department procedures and protocols and has limited capacity to result testing. (45%)
• Performs test order entry accurately and efficiently to ensure proper testing and charges of patient accounts. (30%)
• Provides support such as answering telephones, faxing reports and reporting stat and critical value results. (10%)
• Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (5%)
• May mentor MLA students in specimen processing utilizing WPAHS policies and procedures. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required
  
  

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs various technical and support laboratory duties under the supervision of a Medical Technologist.

Essential Responsibilities

• Uses predetermined criteria for quality control and assures that the technologist in charge is aware of quality results that are out of control. (5%)
• Prepares and processes specimens according to department procedures and protocols and has limited capacity to result testing. (45%)
• Performs test order entry accurately and efficiently to ensure proper testing and charges of patient accounts. (30%)
• Provides support such as answering telephones, faxing reports and reporting stat and critical value results. (10%)
• Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (5%)
• May mentor MLA students in specimen processing utilizing WPAHS policies and procedures. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum

• Associates -or- BA degree in a clinical science -or- enrolled in a current Med Tech program
• Requires decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast pace and high-volume environment.
  
  

Preferred

• Certificate from an accredited MLA program preferred. Experience in a clinical laboratory, preferred.
  
  

Disclaimer The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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