Laboratory Assistant-CMG-Moneta,

Laboratory Assistant - CMG - Moneta, Full time, Days

The Laboratory Assistant provides support to medical laboratory technicians and scientists, adhering to regulatory compliance, maintaining quality standards, and facilitating effective communication within a clinical laboratory. Responsibilities encompass pre‑analytical specimen processing, answering phone calls, managing the pneumatic tube system, resolving specimen issues, billing functions, and promoting operational efficiency. The role is located in Moneta, VA.

• Ensure regulatory compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, The Joint Commission and other bodies, and participate in quality assurance initiatives.
• Complete orientation, training, certifications, and maintain annual competency assessments.
• Communicate effectively within the laboratory, other departments, and providers.
• Perform pre‑analytical tasks: receipt, logging, distribution, preparation, and loading of specimens for testing.
• Maintain qualifications to perform and report waived testing.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Implement and document quality control protocols, including instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Detect and correct delays in specimen processing; ensure billing accuracy; follow corrective action policies.
• Escalate problems to consultants or directors when necessary.
• Maintain records of all corrective actions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or requested.

• Required Qualifications: High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred Qualifications: Associate or bachelor’s degree.

Entry level

Full‑time

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