Medical Laboratory Assistant (PRN)

American Oncology Network, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician to perform manual and automated blood tests, quality control, and phlebotomy in a central lab. The position requires an MLT license, CEUs, and at least four years in healthcare.

You will operate centrifuges and incubators, maintain equipment, and ensure documentation and safety oversight. Overtime may be required with notice.

Qualifications

• A.A. or A.S. degree required.
• National lab certification preferred.
• Minimum of four years in healthcare, clinical setting preferred.
• MLT license and CEUs required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and automated routine blood tests.
• Conduct quality control procedures before patient testing.
• Document test reports, QC logs, equipment records and training checklists on schedule.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and place orders as needed.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Quality control

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

A.A./A.S. degree

Tools

Centrifuges

Dry bath incubators

Blood bank refrigerators

Job description

Location:Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and HematologyHiring Range:$19.81 - $29.83Position SummaryResponsible 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, dry bath incubators, and blood bank refrigerators.Key Performance AreasResponsible for performing proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.Ensure that proper documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and all lab procedure and training checklists are completed on the correct time schedule. Will be responsible to ensure this is performed in central lab.Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place order with purchasing as needed.Perform technical laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.Perform instrument maintenance at the required times and as needed.Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact instrument service company, if necessary.Comply with established safety guidelines and maintains cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.Complete any and all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies. Must be able to perform compliance testing.Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information at all times.Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all AON and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and the Disaster Recovery Plan.Must maintain MLT license and required CEUs.Assist in training new employees to related job duties.Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice of required overtime.QualificationsEducationA.A. or A.S. degreeLicense and CertificationAppropriate state license required.National lab certification preferred.BLS preferred.ExperienceMinimum of four years experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting is required.#AONC