Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail HealthCare, Inc. in Topeka, KS seeks a dedicated laboratory support professional to assist in clinical and anatomic pathology testing. The role involves specimen handling, order verification, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure accurate results.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of phlebotomy or laboratory experience, a solid grasp of safety procedures, and excellent attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment. On-site, full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• 1 year phlebotomy or laboratory experience is required.
• Adherence to OSHA and hospital/lab safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify orders for laboratory tests and document in the electronic health record.
• Prepare and process specimens, including labeling, centrifugation, and storage per protocol.
• Assist technicians and clinicians; communicate specimen requirements to providers and patients as needed.
• Monitor supplies and maintain clean, safe processing benches and instruments.
• Support training of new team members as directed.

Skills

Phlebotomy or laboratory experience

OSHA guidelines and safety procedures

Multi-tasking and prioritization

Read and understand oral and written

Attention to detail

Follow directions accurately

Knowledge of laboratory operations

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)Hours per week:40Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewResponsible for supporting the laboratory's technical professionals and technicians in the performance of clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory testing.Education QualificationsHigh School Diploma / GED RequiredExperience Qualifications1 year Phlebotomy or laboratory experience. PreferredSkills and AbilitiesFollows all OSHA guidelines and hospital and laboratory safety procedures. (Required proficiency)Ability to multi-task and prioritize work, particularly during busy times. (Required proficiency)Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. (Required proficiency)Knowledge of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures. (Preferred proficiency)Ability to follow directions accurately. (Required proficiency)Strong attention to detail. (Required proficiency)What you will doReviews, clarifies and verifies healthcare provider orders for laboratory tests. Orders tests and receives specimen in the electronic health record. Follows protocols for patient and specimen identification.Understands the basics of specimen collection and complications that can impact analytical results. Communicates specimen collection information directly to healthcare providers and patients as needed.Understands specimen integrity and acceptability of a specimen for testing. Processes specimens according to correct protocol-centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, transport, special handling considerations (time, temperature, and light). Evaluates for proper type and adequate volume of specimen. Files slides and blocks accurately and according to procedure.Distributes specimens and/or prepared slides to the appropriate testing personnel/section.Acts as a support person for internal and external customers with regards to problem solving. Answers questions regarding test orders and specimen requirements.Monitors supplies and inventory for area of responsibility. Cleans and maintains specimen processing and testing benches and equipment.Supports testing in assigned departments. May include (1) Preparation, labeling and staining of slides (manually and/or automated); (2) Microbiology set-up/plating; (3) Preparation of reagents, standards and controls; (4) Running analytical instruments under the supervision of technical staff; (5) Performing quality control and/or routine maintenance on equipment.Alert to sources of error. Determine duplicate and incorrectly ordered tests. Follows procedures for confirmation of frequently misordered tests.Package specimens per International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations and facilitates transfer of specimens/slides/blocks to primary and/or reference laboratories.Supports and provides training to new team members as directed.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Not Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Rarely less than 1 hourFeeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Continuously greater than 5 hoursHearing: Continuously greater than 5 hoursKneeling: Rarely less than 1 hourLifting: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbsPulling: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbsPushing: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbsReaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Continuously greater than 5 hoursSitting: Continuously greater than 5 hoursStanding: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStooping: Rarely less than 1 hourTalking: Occasionally 1-3 HoursWalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking ConditionsChemical: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Continuously greater than 5 hoursExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursMechanical: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNeedle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNoise/Sounds: Continuously greater than 5 hoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Continuously greater than 5 hoursHazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hourVibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWorking Conditions Comments:Occasionally works with weak acidic and basic chemicals. Some positions work with formalin and other preservative chemicals.Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.