Clinical Lab Assistant - Microbiology - Full time - Evening shift

Clinical Lab Assistant - Job Summary

Performs laboratory procedures across designated responsibilities including test recording, performance, and reporting. Ensures specimen and testing material quality to produce timely, accurate results that benefit patient care. Handles complex clerical and processing tasks requiring independent judgment for reproducible reporting. Conducts diagnostic testing on clinical specimens with minimal supervision, following standard operating procedures. Provides preliminary assessments to clinicians regarding infection presence and severity. Performs quality control to ensure accuracy and reproducibility of results and prepares quality assurance reports for lab supervisors.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Establishes a consistent record of accurate work with attention to detail. Demonstrates commitment to high-quality standards and supports team collaboration.
2. Communicates effectively and appropriately. Exercises sound judgment in determining what to communicate, to whom, and how. Speaks clearly and credibly, listens actively, and respects others' viewpoints.
3. Works independently with minimal supervision. Follows instructions carefully, reports clearly, and seeks guidance when needed. Makes decisions in the absence of leadership.
4. Demonstrates sufficient job skills and knowledge to perform competently. Applies technical competencies and standards in daily tasks.
5. Practices comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols. Avoids shortcuts that increase risk and promotes awareness of unsafe practices.
6. Prepares specimens through centrifugation, aliquot transfer, volume measurement, and ensures proper storage and packaging for in-house or referral testing.
7. Assists technical staff with loading and unloading specimens from analyzers.
8. Manages departmental inventory, including counting and storing received items.
9. Collects and prepares biohazardous waste for lab removal.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in a health-related field preferred

Licensure

• Not applicable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow clinical protocols and procedures
• Passing scores required on data entry and medical terminology tests

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.