Lead - Lab Assistant

About the role

At Sonic Healthcare USA – a Great Place to Work certified employer in Victoria, TX – we emphasize teamwork and innovation while advancing the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. You are a superhero when it comes to patient specimens, with problem‑solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the drive to keep things running smoothly. This full‑time, benefit‑eligible position works the first shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure 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
• Maintain strict confidentiality of Protected Health Information (PHI) and access it only when required to fulfill job duties

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 telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms
• 1–2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory, data entry, or production (preferred)

Benefits

• Appreciation for your work
• A 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

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40