Lab Assistant I

About the role

Performs and demonstrates proficiency and understanding of the procedures in one or more areas for the clinical laboratory. Reviews requisitions, orders tests and processes specimens in preparation for laboratory procedures. Adheres to policies and procedures as directed by the supervisor, manager or director. Interacts with internal/external customers, including patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers, in a professional and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requisitions, orders tests and processes specimens in preparation for laboratory procedures.
• Adheres to policies and procedures as directed by the supervisor, manager or director.
• Interacts with internal/external customers, including patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers, in a professional and courteous manner.

Requirements

• Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).
• Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience
• Preferred Education: Basic college coursework
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 6 months related or successful completion of phlebotomy ROP program
• Preferred Experience: 11 months or more related

Skills

• Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).
• Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

Palomar Health offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off, and retirement savings options. Specific details are subject to change and may vary by location.

Pay

$21.00 - $28.63 per hour

Schedule

8 hours per shift