Medical Laboratory Assistant II - 77546

Tmh Physician Organization • Markham, TX

399d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Assistant II is responsible for processing, organizing, labeling, and transporting specimens for laboratory testing. This role requires advanced functions such as phlebotomy and serves as a role model and preceptor for other staff members. The position involves data management within the Laboratory Information System and various clerical tasks.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a laboratory assistant with competency in advanced functions such as phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Receive, triage, order, label, and transport specimens for laboratory testing.
• Process specimens, aliquots, and/or slides/blocks according to procedures.
• Handle STAT samples expeditiously.
• Assist pathologist and/or other laboratory personnel with specimen grossing as needed.
• Recognize problems such as mislabels or incorrect tube types and take corrective action.
• Operate automated instrumentation following safety measures.
• Perform and document maintenance on processing equipment.
• Perform phlebotomy and specialized specimen collection procedures for patients.
• Assist with advanced functions in specialty areas such as Anatomical Pathology, Microbiology, and Molecular.
• Maintain a safe environment within the laboratory, adhering to safety policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed