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Medical Laboratory Assistant

Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates

Silver Spring, MD
1 month ago

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Job Description

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant at Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates, you'll provide essential support by escorting patients, preparing injections, and handling lab specimens in a collaborative environment. Your role is crucial in maintaining patient care and ensuring compliance with medical standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Escort patients to and from the exam room and complete patient intake
  • Clean and straighten exam room between patients
  • Prepare syringes and administer subcutaneous and intra-muscular injections
  • Assist provider with injectable procedures
  • Prepare pathology and lab specimens and route them to the correct lab
  • Respond to patient questions as instructed by the physician
  • Schedule or re-schedule appointments with providers
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and HIPAA standards
  • Maintain medication samples and discard out-of-date supplies
  • Train other employees on medical assistant duties
  • Assist with check-in or check-out procedures as needed
  • Perform additional duties as required

Required Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year of medical assisting experience
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant program
  • Professionalism and strong customer service skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly with doctors and patients
  • Ability to lift at least 15 pounds
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work well within a team

Benefits & Perks

401kContinuing education creditsHealth, Dental & Vision InsuranceHSA AccountDisability insuranceLife insurancePaid time off (PTO)