Lab Assistant

Medical Laboratory Assistant

The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) performs clerical tasks, assists technologists, physicians, and clinical staff as requested, performs phlebotomy, performs testing categorized as Waived Testing according to CLIA '88, performs port draws and therapeutic phlebotomy procedures, assists with bone marrows, communicates effectively with other staff, patients and extra-office personnel, maintains records of specimen handling, and maintains an orderly work environment.

Pay Range: $16.00 – $24.00/hour (Based on experience, education, and other factors)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)

Special wellness programs – Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts through our Perks Program

Collect, label, and process specimens for in-house and off-site testing.

Assist with bone marrow procedures and support physicians and nurses as needed.

Maintain accurate records of specimen handling and test results.

Perform routine and therapeutic phlebotomy, port draws, and waived testing per CLIA '88 guidelines.

Clean and organize lab workspaces and equipment.

Communicate effectively with clinical staff, patients, and external facilities.

Travel to satellite clinics as needed and provide additional support during high-volume periods

High school diploma or GED (required)

Phlebotomy experience preferred but not required

Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a clinical setting

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and patient-centered care

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires normal vision and normal color perception. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to work on a desktop computer for extended periods of time. May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, chemotherapy, biohazardous specimens & wastes and other conditions common to a clinic environment.