Lab Assistant Jobs in Maryland
Lab Assistant jobs in Maryland are concentrated in healthcare systems, biomedical research, and pharmaceutical testing, with demand ranging from entry-level specimen processing roles to experienced clinical and analytical positions. The heaviest hiring is in Baltimore, Bethesda, and Rockville, where institutions like Johns Hopkins Medicine, NIH, and Quest Diagnostics maintain large laboratory operations. The most in-demand specialties are clinical laboratory support, microbiology specimen handling, and research lab assistance tied to the state's dense corridor of federal and private research facilities. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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High School
Licensures/Certifications:
Not Applicable
Experience:
6 months of related phlebotomy experience/6 months related Laboratory accessioning experience
Skills:
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques and practices
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Skill in utilizing customer service techniques
- Skill in performing basic arithmetic
- Skills in using a computer and personal productivity applications
- Ability to type
- Ability to reduce anxiety in patients while performing patient care related duties
- Extracts blood from patients and performs all Phlebotomy procedures, including children and infants according to established aseptic venipuncture technique.
- Detailed documentation is done for all Phlebotomy rounds.
- Detailed documentation of Outpatients that are called back to include Physicians office.
- Enters accurate and complete patient demographic information, laboratory test orders, and verifies collection/receipt of specimens with completeness and accuracy.
- Prepares and processes specimens for the testing in the clinical laboratory to include, labeling, measuring, aliquoting, centrifuging, and the like. Distributes specimens to and retrieves specimens from the appropriate work areas.
- Performs Quality EKG’s and completes all required demographic information.
- Screens and interviews Autologus and Therapeutic Donors according to protocol accurately and completely. All donor room QC is completed on a daily basis. Universal precautions are followed in the Donor room.
- All Donor documentation is completed accurrately and at time of donation
- Completes associated responsibilities such as, centrifuge maintenance, label maintenance, disinfections of counters, filing and boxing requisitions. Stocks and maintains supplies.
- Checks all Outpatient Orders for accuracy and matches requisition to Meditech orders and labels.
- Ensures all stats are responded to in a timely manner.
- Quest and Sheppard Pratt registrations are done accurately.
- Actively participates in the Laboratory’s continuing education program and meets requirements as described in the Laboratory Continuing Education Policy. Shares knowledge gained from seminars, workshops, etc. through formal and informal presentations.
- Ensures patient safety by following procedure for patient identification. Always uses 2 patient identifiers. Double checks all specimens against orders entered in Meditech.
- Packages and transports all specimens according to policy and procedures
- Ensures that all specimens are sent to lab in a timely manner.
All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:
Respect
I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.
- Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
- Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities
Excellence
I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
- Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
- Actively pursues learning and self-development
- Pays attention to detail; follows through
Accountability
I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.
- Sets a positive, professional example for others
- Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
- Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
- Reports to work regularly and on time
Teamwork
I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.
- Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
- Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
- Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
- Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others
Ethical Behavior
I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
- Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
Results
I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
- Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
- Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
- Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
- Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently
Pay Range
$17.30 - $25.11Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
High School
Licensures/Certifications:
Not Applicable
Experience:
6 months of related phlebotomy experience/6 months related Laboratory accessioning experience
Skills:
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques and practices
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Skill in utilizing customer service techniques
- Skill in performing basic arithmetic
- Skills in using a computer and personal productivity applications
- Ability to type
- Ability to reduce anxiety in patients while performing patient care related duties
- Extracts blood from patients and performs all Phlebotomy procedures, including children and infants according to established aseptic venipuncture technique.
- Detailed documentation is done for all Phlebotomy rounds.
- Detailed documentation of Outpatients that are called back to include Physicians office.
- Enters accurate and complete patient demographic information, laboratory test orders, and verifies collection/receipt of specimens with completeness and accuracy.
- Prepares and processes specimens for the testing in the clinical laboratory to include, labeling, measuring, aliquoting, centrifuging, and the like. Distributes specimens to and retrieves specimens from the appropriate work areas.
- Performs Quality EKG’s and completes all required demographic information.
- Screens and interviews Autologus and Therapeutic Donors according to protocol accurately and completely. All donor room QC is completed on a daily basis. Universal precautions are followed in the Donor room.
- All Donor documentation is completed accurrately and at time of donation
- Completes associated responsibilities such as, centrifuge maintenance, label maintenance, disinfections of counters, filing and boxing requisitions. Stocks and maintains supplies.
- Checks all Outpatient Orders for accuracy and matches requisition to Meditech orders and labels.
- Ensures all stats are responded to in a timely manner.
- Quest and Sheppard Pratt registrations are done accurately.
- Actively participates in the Laboratory’s continuing education program and meets requirements as described in the Laboratory Continuing Education Policy. Shares knowledge gained from seminars, workshops, etc. through formal and informal presentations.
- Ensures patient safety by following procedure for patient identification. Always uses 2 patient identifiers. Double checks all specimens against orders entered in Meditech.
- Packages and transports all specimens according to policy and procedures
- Ensures that all specimens are sent to lab in a timely manner.
All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:
Respect
I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.
- Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
- Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities
Excellence
I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
- Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
- Actively pursues learning and self-development
- Pays attention to detail; follows through
Accountability
I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.
- Sets a positive, professional example for others
- Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
- Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
- Reports to work regularly and on time
Teamwork
I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.
- Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
- Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
- Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
- Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others
Ethical Behavior
I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
- Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
Results
I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
- Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
- Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
- Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
- Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently
Pay Range
$17.30 - $25.11Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Lab Assistant Job Market in Maryland
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lab assistant jobs across Maryland.
- High school diploma or GED with coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related science
- Associate degree or certificate in medical laboratory technology or clinical science preferred
- Phlebotomy certification recognized in Maryland for roles involving blood collection
- Hands-on experience with specimen collection, processing, or laboratory equipment operation
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems and accurate data entry practices
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety and infection control protocols
Lab Assistant Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a lab assistant in Maryland?
Most lab assistant positions in Maryland require at minimum a high school diploma with science coursework, though an associate degree or certificate in medical laboratory technology significantly strengthens your application. Maryland does not require a state license specifically for lab assistants, but roles involving phlebotomy may require a nationally recognized phlebotomy certification. Clinical or research positions at larger Maryland institutions often prefer candidates who have completed a formal laboratory science program from a community college or technical school in the state.
Which companies hire lab assistants in Maryland?
Maryland lab assistant roles are posted by GBMC HealthCare, Labcorp, and US Fertility and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of hospital networks, federal research agencies, and private biotech firms creates consistent demand across a wide range of lab assistant specialties throughout the state.
Which Maryland cities have the most lab assistant jobs?
Baltimore, Arnold, and Columbia have the highest concentration of lab assistant openings in Maryland. Baltimore anchors demand through its major hospital systems and university medical centers, while Bethesda and Rockville draw heavily from NIH campuses and the dense cluster of biotech and pharmaceutical firms along the I-270 corridor, making suburban Montgomery County one of the most active areas outside the city.
Are there remote lab assistant jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're rare. Most lab assistant work is hands-on and requires physical presence in a clinical or research setting. About 100% of lab assistant openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve data entry, laboratory information system coordination, or administrative support functions rather than direct specimen handling or equipment operation.
How can I get hired as a lab assistant in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to specimen processing or laboratory aide roles at Maryland's large hospital systems, which regularly hire candidates without prior lab experience if they hold a relevant science credential or are enrolled in a medical laboratory technician program. Institutions like University of Maryland Medical System and Johns Hopkins Health System run new-hire training for entry-level clinical support roles. Volunteering in a hospital lab or completing an externship through a Maryland community college program such as those at CCBC or Montgomery College adds practical background that separates candidates at the entry level.
Where can I find and apply to lab assistant jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to lab assistant jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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