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Microbiology Laboratory Assistant

5/5/2026

The assistant will perform pre- and post-analytic laboratory tests, prepare specimens, and produce reliable data. They are also responsible for documenting activities, maintaining equipment, and providing administrative support.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

American Health Associates is the largest provider of clinical laboratory services to long term care in the United States. We also provide mobile phlebotomy services, mobile imaging services and other diagnostic services in our patients’ homes throughout the country. Our headquarters is located in the Ft. Lauderdale, Florida area. The company was founded in October 1990 by the same family that owns and operates the company today. Since our founding we have focused unwaveringly on providing the best possible patient care and we continue that tradition today with every patient we serve.

About the Role

Description

AMERICAN HEALTH ASSOCIATES, INC. is a premier clinical laboratory servicing over 3500 long-term care facilities. AHA is the fastest growing independent laboratory in the nation. By investing in technology and a skilled work force, we can offer a superior program focused on serving the long-term care industry.

AHA is looking for a responsible lab assistant to carry out sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analyzing in cooperation with the rest of the lab team. The successful candidate will have experience in a laboratory environment and accuracy in order to extract reliable and valid results.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory tests including pre- and post-analytic phases
Prepare samples/specimens
Produce accurate and reliable data and interpret results
Follow methodologies in carrying routine tasks
Research relevant topics and gather information/data
Adhere to correct procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines
Keep abreast of all industry developments and best practices
Document all activities, record results and insert/retrieve data
Maintain work area and equipment
Provide administrative assistance

Skills

Proven working experience as a lab assistant
Familiarity with automated laboratory equipment
Computer literacy and experience with Laboratory Information Systems
Accuracy and close attention to detail
Strong analytical judgement
Current license or relevant certification
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
BS degree in Medical Technology, Biology or related field is preferred

If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit your updated resume and give us a chance to learn more about you!

AHA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER!

Key Skills

Laboratory TestingSample PreparationData InterpretationLaboratory Information SystemsAnalytical JudgementAutomated Laboratory EquipmentComputer LiteracyAttention To Detail