Medical Laboratory Assistant

American-Oncology-Network; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Network, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine blood tests, quality control, phlebotomy, and instrument maintenance in a fast-paced clinical lab. You will handle specimen preparation, operate hematology analyzers, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires at least two years in a lab setting, strong attention to detail, and solid communication skills. Mon-Fri, on-site in Georgia, with a focus on accuracy and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School education is required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing, quality control and phlebotomy.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including hematology analyzers and centrifuges.
• Ensure compliance with all safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Document logs and troubleshooting procedures for instrument issues.
• Collect and analyze specimens and prepare them for examination.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal effectiveness

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Hematology analyzers

Centrifuges

Point of care analyzers

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Location:Low Country Cancer CareHiring Range:$18.00 - $28.08Position SummaryHealthcare professionals responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. Perform manual and automated routine blood tests. Prepare specimens for microscope examination. Operate laboratory equipment including centrifuges, hematology analyzers, and point of care analyzers.Key Performance AreasKPA 1 – Specimen collection and testingCollect and analyze body fluids such as urine and blood.Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.Perform routine clinical laboratory tests.Perform technical laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.Ensure adherence to correct testing policies, procedures, and quality assurance.KPA 2 – Equipment maintenance and suppliesSet up, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure efficient performanceMaintain cleanliness of the laboratory.Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place order with purchasing as neededKPA 3 – ComplianceComply with established safety guidelines.Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections.Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures, including Disaster Recovery Plan and IT policies and procedures.Complete all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies. Must be able to perform compliance testing.Comply with protecting patient privacy.KPA 4 – DocumentationMaintain all logs as required.Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact instrument service company, if necessary.Submit monthly paperwork to consultant.KPA 5 –Other dutiesPerforms other duties and projects are assigned.Position Qualifications/RequirementsEducationHigh School education, requiredPrevious ExperienceMinimum of two years’ experience in a lab setting, requiredCore CapabilitiesAnalysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.Communication Skills: Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations.Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required.Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.Computer SkillsProficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.Laboratory information systemLaboratory instrumentationCertifications/LicensesNational lab certification preferredTravel: Less than 25%Remote: NoStandard Work Days/Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.#AONC#LI-ONSITE