Maryland Oncology Hematology · 21 hours ago
Lab Assistant Sr.-Float- Allen
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, seeking a Lab Assistant to support their Allen location. The role involves collecting and processing patient specimens, performing analysis, and maintaining laboratory equipment while adhering to quality assurance and safety procedures.
Health CareHospitalMedicalOncology
Responsibilities
Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered
Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists
Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, immunology specimens as directed
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing
Preps patients as necessary (e.g., taking vital signs)
Assists with testing procedures according to procedure guidelines
Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house
Processes incoming orders for lab testing
Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting
Charts patient results in a timely manner
Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs
Arrange for transfusion of blood products when ordered by physician
Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed
Uses equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently
Maintains equipment and work area as directed
Performs testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel
Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated
Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents
Identifies troubleshooting procedures and calls technical services as needed
Implements and complies with safety and quality assurance standards
Complies with regulatory agency standards
Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures
Properly disposes of hazardous materials
Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed
Performs phlebotomy and sample collection procedures as needed
Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff
Responsible for performing CLIA Waived or Moderately complexity testing under close supervision
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent required
Position is entry level and requires no experience
Minimum three years laboratory experience
Minimum five years laboratory experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
A generous PTO program
A 401k plan that comes with a company match
A Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
Tuition Reimbursement
An Employee Assistance program
Discounts on some of your favorite retailers
Company
Maryland Oncology Hematology
Maryland Oncology Hematology is a community based healthcare institution specialized in research and treatment of cancer patients.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Maryland Daily Record
2024-12-17
Company data provided by crunchbase