Self Regional Healthcare·Greenwood, South Carolina
The Medical Laboratory Assistant will be responsible for performing duties related to specimen collection, procurement, processing, and laboratory testing, depending on their educational background. They must also report any problems or concerns through the appropriate channels.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant will perform specific duties and responsibilities in specimen collection, specimen procurement, specimen processing and laboratory testing (dependent on education). Reports problems and concerns through appropriate channels. Performs other duties as assigned. Assists with training and student instruction.
Medical Lab Assistant I- Graduate of an accredited school with an Associate's Degree in Science or Phlebotomy Certification with Qualifying Certifying Agency
Medical Lab Assistant II- Graduate of an accredited school with a Bachelor's Degree in Science
Medical Lab Assistant III- High School Diploma, Associates or Bachelor's. Must be a Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant through a qualified certification organization, such as ASCP or AMT.
vary by level: MLA I requires an Associate's Degree in Science or Phlebotomy Certification; MLA II requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science. All levels must be Certified Medical Laboratory Assistants through organizations like ASCP or AMT, with MLA III accepting High School Diploma, Associate's, or Bachelor's.
Market context
In South Carolina, Medical Laboratory Assistant roles are typically tied to steady hospital and diagnostic lab demand, especially on second shift. These positions can be competitive because employers often screen for level-specific education plus certification from groups such as ASCP or AMT, and the requirements can differ across MLA I, II, and III. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm which education and certification combination matches the level before applying.
