Medical Laboratory Assistant II, Non-Registered, 2nd shift, Winston Campus

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join the Winston Campus on a full-time 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 2:30pm-11pm). The role requires an Associate's degree in MLS or related field, with a Bachelor's preferred, and 2+ years in a lab or specimen processing area.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, LIS/EMR workflows, triage, processing, and QA support. Strong teamwork and communication are essential, with opportunities to mentor others and participate in ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, chemistry, or related field is required.
• Two years' experience in a laboratory or processing area is required; three years preferred.
• Military MOS 68K coursework may substitute for degree is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and sorts specimens from delivery sources.
• Verifies acceptability requirements for specimens before receipt into LIS.
• Identifies and resolves unacceptable specimens and escalates when needed.
• Receives barcode-labeled specimens into LIS correctly.
• Enters orders in EMR/Outreach for specimens received.
• Triages specimens and distributes to appropriate lab sections.
• Performs processing techniques like centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Troubleshoots lab orders and specimen issues.
• Provides guidance to colleagues and mentors new staff/students.
• Contributes to QA and safety documentation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Data entry

Oral and written instructions

Multitask handling

Education

Associate's degree in MLS/Biology/C chemistry

Bachelor's degree preferred MLS/Biology/Chemistry

Job description

• Associate's degree in medical laboratory science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field, or documentation of completion of the military's Medical Laboratory Specialist (US Army MOS 68K) Course is required.
• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• Two years' experience in a laboratory or laboratory specimen processing area required, three years preferred.

Position Highlights

• Full-Time, 2nd shift
• Mon-Fri, 230pm-11pm
• Winston Campus

Education/Experience

• Associate's degree in medical laboratory science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field, or documentation of completion of the military's Medical Laboratory Specialist (US Army MOS 68K) Course is required.
• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• Two years' experience in a laboratory or laboratory specimen processing area required, three years preferred.

Essential Functions

• Obtains and sorts specimens from various delivery sources including the pneumatic tube system, specimen window, and courier services.
• Verifies acceptability requirements are met for clinical laboratory specimens prior to receipt into the laboratory information system.
• Verifies labeling acceptability and specimen stability requirements are met for anatomic pathology specimens.
• Identifies and resolves unacceptable specimens, such as those with labeling, specimen type, or specimen stability issues. If unable to resolve, brings them to the attention of a Medical Laboratory Assistant II or Manager for resolution.
• Receives instrument ready barcoded specimens into the laboratory information system appropriately.
• Identifies and processes orders in the Electronic Medical Record for specimens received without instrument ready barcode labels. Identifies and processes orders for irretrievable body fluid specimens. Identifies and modifies incorrect orders placed based on specific order requirements for various specimen types.
• Receives samples with orders placed in the Outreach laboratory information system appropriately. Enters employee exposure lab orders into the Outreach laboratory information system. Enters orders from a paper requisition into the Electronic Medical Record or Outreach laboratory information system.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of specimen triage and distribution to appropriate laboratory sections.
• Performs specimen processing techniques including centrifugation and aliquoting. Loads clinical laboratory specimens onto the automated testing track.
• Demonstrates intermediate to advanced knowledge of troubleshooting of laboratory order and specimen issues.
• Provides coverage of inbound calls for Laboratory Client Services during their off hours. Provides guidance to fellow members in order to ensure accurate and timely processing of specimens. Assists with training and mentoring of new team members and students.
• Assists with Quality Assurance and Safety documentation.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Completes a minimum of four continuing education hours outside of annual in-service requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to communicate courteously and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Interacts with co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and a focus on customer service.
• Strong computer information systems and data entry skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic hand-eye coordination and the ability to handle multiple tasks.

Work Environment

• Exposure to risk of infection from disease-bearing specimens.
• Exposure to risk of blood borne/airborne disease.
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, lab coats, eye protection, and face protection).
• Possible exposure to odorous and toxic/flammable/corrosive chemicals and specimens.
• Moderate noise environment
• Subject to injury from sharps.
• May require judgment/action which could result in death of patient.
• Subject to many interruptions and stressful situations.
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours.
• Exposure to hazards for electrical/mechanical power equipment.

DISCLAIMER All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.