Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Location
- Erie PA, 16502, 232 West 25th St
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Part-time
About the job
Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Performs various technical and support laboratory duties under the supervision of a Medical Technologist.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Uses predetermined criteria for quality control and assures that the technologist in charge is aware of quality results that are out of control. (5%)
- Prepares and processes specimens according to department procedures and protocols and has limited capacity to result testing. (45%)
- Performs test order entry accurately and efficiently to ensure proper testing and charges of patient accounts. (30%)
- Provides support such as answering telephones, faxing reports and reporting stat and critical value results. (10%)
- Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (5%)
- May mentor MLA students in specimen processing utilizing WPAHS policies and procedures. (5%)
- Performs other duties as assigned or required
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum
- Associates -or- BA degree in a clinical science -or- enrolled in a current Med Tech program
- Requires decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast pace and high-volume environment.
Preferred
- Certificate from an accredited MLA program preferred. Experience in a clinical laboratory, preferred.
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
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From West Penn Allegheny Health System's careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 2 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job