Microbiology Laboratory Assistant

American Health Associates, Inc.; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN HEALTH ASSOCIATES, INC. in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a responsible Lab Assistant to join our clinical laboratory team. The role involves performing tests, preparing samples, and ensuring data accuracy to produce reliable results.

The ideal candidate will have prior lab experience, familiarity with automated equipment, and a High School Diploma or GED (with a BS in Medical Technology or Biology preferred). This on-site position emphasizes precision, safety, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment and accuracy to extract reliable results.
• Must adhere to health/safety guidelines and procedures.
• BS degree preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests including pre- and post-analytic phases
• Prepare samples/specimens
• Produce accurate and reliable data and interpret results
• Follow methodologies in carrying routine tasks
• Research relevant topics and gather information/data
• Adhere to correct procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines
• Keep abreast of all industry developments and best practices
• Document all activities, record results and insert/retrieve data
• Maintain work area and equipment
• Provide administrative assistance

Skills

Lab experience

Automated equipment

Laboratory Information Systems

Accuracy/attention to detail

Analytical judgement

Current license/certification

HS diploma or GED

BS in Medical Tech/Biology or related

Education

BS in Medical Technology, Biology or related (preferred)

High School Diploma or GED

Current license or certification (if applicable)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Description

AMERICAN HEALTH ASSOCIATES, INC. is a premier clinical laboratory servicing over 3500 long-term care facilities. AHA is the fastest growing independent laboratory in the nation. By investing in technology and a skilled work force, we can offer a superior program focused on serving the long-term care industry.

AHA is looking for a responsible lab assistant to carry out sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analyzing in cooperation with the rest of the lab team. The successful candidate will have experience in a laboratory environment and accuracy in order to extract reliable and valid results.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests including pre- and post-analytic phases
• Prepare samples/specimens
• Produce accurate and reliable data and interpret results
• Follow methodologies in carrying routine tasks
• Research relevant topics and gather information/data
• Adhere to correct procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines
• Keep abreast of all industry developments and best practices
• Document all activities, record results and insert/retrieve data
• Maintain work area and equipment
• Provide administrative assistance

Skills

• Proven working experience as a lab assistant
• Familiarity with automated laboratory equipment
• Computer literacy and experience with Laboratory Information Systems
• Accuracy and close attention to detail
• Strong analytical judgement
• Current license or relevant certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• BS degree in Medical Technology, Biology or related field is preferred

AHA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER!