Laboratory Assistant Technical

About the Role

Primarily works in the lab technical departments. Assists with technical procedures within regulatory guidelines. If allowed by local and state regulations, may perform CLIA-waived and moderate complex testing as needed for department organization. May also perform phlebotomy support.

Responsibilities

• Assists with telephone calls and other departmental clerical duties.
• Performs department specimen intake, processing, and organization for the technical testing area.
• Performs department support functions, such as culture plating, histology staining, and specimen loading on instruments depending on department needs.
• Reviews pending test lists to assist with department turnaround time.
• Assists in solving problems, investigates specimen issues, and handles customer inquiries.
• Provides information regarding specimen and testing status as appropriate.
• Monitors and stocks department supplies and reagents.
• Logs reagents and supplies, following department protocols.

Requirements

• Required: High School GED, upon hire.
• Preferred: Certificate from a Lab Assistant Program.
• 6 months experience in an acute care facility.
• Certificate from a Phlebotomy program.

About the Workplace

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating healing both inside our hospitals and in the community.

Pay

$16.42 - $23.19 per hour.