Technical Assistant

Health Network Laboratories, LLC; Allentown, Northern (Lehigh County, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HNL Lab Medicine in Allentown, PA is seeking a dedicated team member to perform CLIA waived laboratory testing under direct supervision, with a focus on specimen handling, data entry, and adherence to SOPs. Shift is Monday–Friday, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM with occasional weekend or holiday coverage.

You will support testing in toxicology/histology areas, calibrate instruments, prepare reagents, and participate in CSI and training for new staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow SOPs accurately.
• Strong data entry and specimen handling skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform CLIA waived tests under supervision.
• Enter results into LIS and ensure accuracy.
• Prioritize work to meet STAT/Emergency needs.
• Calibrate pipettes and thermometers per SOPs.
• Prepare reagents/controls for testing.
• Assist in training new staff and maintaining records.

Skills

LIS basic use

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

GED/HS diploma

Medical assistant training

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM, with occasional weekend or holiday coverage based on operational needs. Schedule may vary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs CLIA waived laboratory testing under direct supervision of a technologist and enters results into the Laboratory Information System.
• Testing is specifically designated by department and requires limited independent judgment.
• Accurately completes work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prioritizes/reorganizes work to respond to STAT/Emergency requests.
• Follows established department SOPs for specimen handling and abnormal critical values and communicates to customers accordingly.
• Assists with basic technical duties relative to simple QC and notifies a technologist with any discrepancies.
• Accurately calibrates pipettes and thermometers (and records data) according to SOPs.
• Prepares reagents/controls for specimen testing according to SOPs.
• Prepares and/or collects specimens (blood, urine, feces, or other body fluids) for analysis including accurate labeling.
• Inventories and maintains adequate supplies, including restocking shelves when appropriate and notifies a technologist of shortages.
• Participates in Continuous System Improvement (CSI) and continuing education programs.
• Assists in the training/orientation of new staff members and provides regulatory documentation.
• Performs Pending Logs and investigates problem specimens.
• Performs specimen and chemical disposal per department guidelines.
• Toxicology/ACL’s Handles Forensic Toxicology specimens, data, and reports according to forensic testing guidelines.
• Handles legal inquiries, search warrants, and subpoenas.
• Pathology/Histology/Cytology Retrieves specimens from LVHN hospital units.
• Sends out responsibilities for reference lab testing for specimens, slides, and/or blocks.
• Performs frozen section staining and slide preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Two years in a clinical environment with data processing/specimen handling experience.
• Graduate of heath/ medical assistant or similar training program at an accredited institution where general laboratory technique is taught.

Language Ability

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English.
• Ability to write simple correspondence in English.
• Ability to effectively present information to one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Math Ability

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must have the ability to perform all duties with accuracy and attention to detail.

Computer Skills

• Ability to use Laboratory Information System in addition to various other software programs.

Certificates and Licenses

• No certifications needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Location

Address: 794 Roble Rd. Primary Location: HNL- Roble. Position Type: Onsite. Department: 1046-00191 Histology.

Company Culture

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the organization. With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and rewarding opportunities. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We're looking for individuals who align with our Core Values and enjoy working as a team to create satisfying outcomes for our patients, customers and clients.

At HNL Lab Medicine, our patients are more than just test tubes. We understand the impact each test we analyze has on our patients' lives, and we never take that responsibility lightly.

Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, we provide testing and related services to physician offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities, employers, and industrial accounts. With more than 50 patient service centers throughout Pennsylvania, we provide accessible, patient-focused laboratory services in the communities we serve. Our team of more than 2,000 professionals includes 109 board-certified pathologists and scientific directors, along with more than 400 certified laboratory scientists and phlebotomists. Together, they bring deep expertise, operational excellence, accountability, and compassionate care to every test we perform.