Lab Assistant I

About the role

The Laboratory Assistant I supports and provides customer service to the clinical laboratory department. This role involves processing specimens, performing waived or moderate testing, and handling clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, processing, labeling, and distributing specimens
• Testing specimens (if indicated) according to established protocols
• Communicating with nursing and laboratory staff regarding specimen issues
• Working within the HIS/LIS computer systems
• Performing clerical tasks as necessary
• Assisting in unpacking and putting away inventory items
• Completing training and assisting in inventory management
• Performing other duties as assigned by the manager

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred phlebotomy experience
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Proficiency in using computer functions and processing paperwork
• Professional telephone etiquette and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Problem-solving ability in complex situations
• Organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with human specimens
• Ability to work assigned shifts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred phlebotomy experience
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Proficiency in using computer functions and processing paperwork
• Professional telephone etiquette and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Problem-solving ability in complex situations
• Organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with human specimens
• Ability to work assigned shifts

Skills

• Understanding of laboratory specimens
• Knowledge of HIS/LIS computer systems
• Clerical skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Organizational skills
• Self-motivation
• Fast-paced environment adaptability
• Handling human specimens

Pay

This job will be authorized for 80.00 hours bi-weekly.

Schedule

M-F 7:30-4:00 week one M-Th 7:30-5:00 F 7:30-1:00