Talent.com
Medical Laboratory Assistant I - FT / Days / Molecular Diagnostics / Med Center

Medical Laboratory Assistant I - FT / Days / Molecular Diagnostics / Med Center

Houston Methodist HospitalHouston, TX, United States
job_description.job_card.variable_hours_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

The Medical Laboratory Assistant I has responsibility for the processing, organizing, labeling, and transporting of specimens for laboratory testing. Duties also include the input and extraction of data from the Laboratory Information System and the performance of clerical tasks such as answering phones and filing documents.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Prepares specimens for courier pick up and delivery to referral lab as necessary. Communicates with other laboratory personnel when specimens need to be transported to other areas.
  • Performs various Laboratory Information System functions. Files requisitions, reports and other pathology materials appropriately. Answers the telephone and refers requests for the delivery of results to physician offices appropriately.
  • Organizes workload and sets priorities. Keeps work area neat, clean and well stocked. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.

    • QUALITY / SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Receives, triages, orders, labels and transports specimens for laboratory testing. Processes specimens, aliquots, and / or slides / blocks according to procedure for samples tested in the laboratory as well as samples forwarded to referral laboratories. Handles STAT samples expeditiously. Assists pathologist and / or other laboratory personnel with specimen grossing as needed.
  • Recognizes problems (such as mislabels, incorrect tube type, etc.), identifies causes, and takes corrective action to solve basic problems.
  • Operates automated instrumentation as applicable at entity following all safety measures. Performs and documents any processing equipment maintenance.
  • Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security and emergency preparedness.

    • FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental / organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system.
  • Uses department resources / equipment / supplies properly and efficiently.

    • GROWTH / INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Participates in departmental projects activities, and seeks continuing education opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.

    • This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business / job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

    EDUCATION

  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include : GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

    • WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Previous experience in a laboratory preferred

    • LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

  • N / A

    • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going evaluations consisting of one or more of the following : skills, competency assessments and / or performance reviews
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
  • Strong organizational skills to handle a heavy workload and maintain accuracy
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of specimen requirements for testing, processing, and proper waste disposing
  • Possesses basic computer knowledge to operate multiple computer systems to include Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documents
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

    • SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    WORK ATTIRE

  • Uniform
  • Scrubs
  • Business professional
  • Other (department approved)

    • ON-CALL

  • Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
  • On Call

    • TRAVEL

  • Travel specifications may vary by department
  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area

    • Company Profile :

    Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations : Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.

    Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Laboratory Laboratory • Houston, TX, United States

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant I / II / III - Endocrinology - Kelsey Seybold Clinic - Upper Kirby

    Medical Assistant I / II / III - Endocrinology - Kelsey Seybold Clinic - Upper Kirby

    UnitedHealth GroupHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses.Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ loca...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant I / II / III-OB / GYN-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : Fort Bend

    Medical Assistant I / II / III-OB / GYN-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : Fort Bend

    UnitedHealth GroupSugar Land, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses.Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ loca...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant I / II / III-Family Medicine-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : North Houston Campus

    Medical Assistant I / II / III-Family Medicine-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : North Houston Campus

    UnitedHealth GroupHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses.Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ loca...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant II

    Medical Assistant II

    Baylor College of MedicineSpring, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Medical Assistant II - The Woodlands.We are seeking an experienced Medical Assistant for our new Concierge Clinic in The Woodlands. The ideal candidate will be proficient in delivering high level pa...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Medical Assistant-Urology (Katy / West)

    Senior Medical Assistant-Urology (Katy / West)

    Houston Methodist Specialty Physician GroupHouston, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr.MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advan...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant I / II / III - Internal Medicine Kelsey - Seybold Clinic - Memorial City

    Medical Assistant I / II / III - Internal Medicine Kelsey - Seybold Clinic - Memorial City

    UnitedHealth GroupHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses.Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ loca...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Medical Assistant- Primary Care (Spring Valley / Memorial City)

    Senior Medical Assistant- Primary Care (Spring Valley / Memorial City)

    Houston MethodistHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Medical Assistant Certified.At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr.MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowle...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Clear Lake)

    Senior Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Clear Lake)

    Houston Methodist Specialty Physician GroupWebster, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr.MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advan...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Multi-Site Senior Medical Assistant- Specialty Care Clinics (Sugar Land)

    Multi-Site Senior Medical Assistant- Specialty Care Clinics (Sugar Land)

    Houston Methodist Specialty Physician GroupSugar Land, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Houston Methodist, the Multi-Site Senior Medical Assistant, (Multi-Site Sr.MA) position is responsible for working at multiple sites, within multiple specialties and service lines.MA is respons...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant Float

    Medical Assistant Float

    MyCHNPasadena, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Urgent Opportunity : Join MyCHN as a Dynamic Medical Assistant!.Are you looking for a supportive and fulfilling work environment where you can truly make a difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant -GI Hepatology (The Woodlands)

    Medical Assistant -GI Hepatology (The Woodlands)

    Houston Methodist Specialty Physician GroupThe Woodlands, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or adminis...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Certified Medical Assistant North Float

    Certified Medical Assistant North Float

    Common Spirit HealthHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Certified Medical Assistant North Float.The posted compensation range of $23.CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of post...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant I / II / III-Family Medicine-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : Greater Heights

    Medical Assistant I / II / III-Family Medicine-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : Greater Heights

    UnitedHealth GroupHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses.Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ loca...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Multi-Site Senior Medical Assistant - Specialty Care Clinics (Clear Lake and surrounding area)

    Multi-Site Senior Medical Assistant - Specialty Care Clinics (Clear Lake and surrounding area)

    Houston Methodist Specialty Physician GroupWebster, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Houston Methodist, the Multi-Site Senior Medical Assistant, (Multi-Site Sr.MA) position is responsible for working at multiple sites, within multiple specialties and service lines.MA is respons...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant I / II / III- Allergy-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : Fort Bend

    Medical Assistant I / II / III- Allergy-Kelsey Seybold Clinic : Fort Bend

    UnitedHealth GroupSugar Land, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses.Work with one of the nations leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locat...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Clear Lake)

    Senior Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Clear Lake)

    Houston MethodistWebster, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Medical Assistant Certified.At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr.MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowle...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant - Medical Oncology

    Medical Assistant - Medical Oncology

    MD Anderson Cancer CenterSpring, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    MD Anderson provides medical oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology services along with a range of supportive programs at all of its Greater Houston area locations.While MD Anderson - ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Medical Assistant Float Future Openings

    Medical Assistant Float Future Openings

    Shady Grove FertilityHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Medical Assistant Float Future Openings.Enjoy what you do while contributing to a company that makes a difference in people's lives. Shady Grove Fertility, one of the premier fertility centers in th...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30