Medical Laboratory Assistant (PRN)

Fwmoh; Wayne (NJ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

American Oncology Network (AON) Fort Wayne location is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant (PRN) to perform routine blood tests, quality control, and instrument maintenance in a central lab. The role requires an A.A./A.S. degree and state licensure with preferred national certification and BLS.

The successful candidate will handle documentation, inventory, and training of new staff while adhering to safety and regulatory standards and potential overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• A.A. or A.S. degree required.
• Appropriate state license required; National lab certification preferred; BLS preferred.
• Minimum of four years experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting.
• Experience with quality control and regulatory compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
• Maintain documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and training checklists on schedule.
• Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and place orders as needed.
• Perform technical laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision; ensure compliance with accreditation/regulatory standards.
• Operate and perform maintenance on centrifuges, dry bath incubators, and blood bank refrigerators; initiate troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and comply with safety guidelines; protect patient and employee confidentiality.
• Assist in training new employees and be prepared to work overtime when required.

Skills

Quality control

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Compliance

Education

A.A. or A.S. degree

Tools

Centrifuges

Incubators

Blood bank refrigerators

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant (PRN) page is loaded## Medical Laboratory Assistant (PRN)locations: US-IN-Ft. Waynetime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: JR7449**Location:**Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology**Hiring Range:**$19.81 - $29.83# Position 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 Areas* Responsible 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.# **Qualifications****Education*** A.A. or A.S. degree**License and Certification*** Appropriate state license required.* National lab certification preferred.* BLS preferred.**Experience*** Minimum of four years experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting is required.#AONC**American Oncology Network**AON is an alliance of physicians and veteran healthcare leaders dedicated to ensuring the long-term success and viability of oncology diagnosis and treatment in community-based settings. It is the fastest growing national network of community oncology practices delivering local access to exceptional cancer care.AON serves its expanding network of partner practices by providing proven practice management expertise. Our employees across the country work together to empower physicians to make cancer care better. By driving integrated, collaborative care, we are proudly helping community oncologists deliver the highest quality care to every patient.Cancer touches everyone. Being able to make a difference in the lives of those fighting this disease is something our employees at AON cherish and never take for granted. A career in oncology offers all sorts of rewards. But working at AON offers employees more than most.* As a fast-growing national company, the opportunity to join a national workforce with flexible work options is available. We offer competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network. Our 401k, which offers a 100% match and investment options, is available to full-time and part-time staff members, and we feature a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.* At AON, we offer you more than a job, we offer you a career. As a network of independent oncology practices working together as one, we host annual summits each year, providing our employees a chance to collaborate with AON peers from across the country. Promoting from within is a priority at AON, and we support our team members continued growth through professional development programs and tuition assistance.