Lab Assistant - Hospital Processor
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About the role
Perform a vital part of the patient care process by ensuring laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored. Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions. Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and PPE requirements. Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.
This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Access to PHI is limited to what is required to fulfill job duties.
Responsibilities
- Process, prepare, route, and store laboratory specimens
- Identify and implement corrective actions when needed
- Maintain safety, compliance, and quality control standards
- Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and required PPE
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing
- Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment (e.g., telephones, computers, centrifuges, audible alarms)
Qualifications
Bonus points if you have:
- 1–2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory, data entry, or production
Benefits
- Free lab services for you and your dependents
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Work-life balance and professional growth opportunities
- A sense of belonging and community
Schedule
1st Shift, Full-time (40 scheduled weekly hours), benefit eligible.
Location: Alexandria, LA