Lab Assistant - San Antonio, Texas

About the role

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! You are a superhero when it comes to patient specimens. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the drive to keep things running smoothly. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored
• Enter patient, client, billing and test information into the Laboratory Information System
• 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
• Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information (PHI) and adhere to privacy and security standards

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, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms
• 1‑2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory, data entry, or production (bonus)

Benefits

• Appreciation for your work
• Feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Work‑life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
• A sense of belonging – we’re a community!

Schedule

Location: San Antonio, Texas. Days: Monday‑Friday, with rotating Saturdays (subject to change). Hours: 7:00 PM‑1:00 AM (subject to change). Scheduled weekly hours: 25. Work shift: 2nd shift.