Laboratory Assistant (Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine)

KK Women's & Children's Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a laboratory assistant to manage specimen sorting, record test orders, and assist with blood draws from paediatric patients. Ideal candidates will possess GCE 'N'/'O' Level or NITEC in Biomedical Science/Nursing, with phlebotomy skills being advantageous. You will handle rotating shifts and must have a typing speed of at least 35 wpm. Experience in a similar environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm required.
• Prior job experience in a similar setting is advantageous.
• Phlebotomy skill is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Sort specimens sent to the laboratories.
• Key test orders into the computer system.
• Answer phone inquiries regarding lab tests.
• Draw blood from paediatric patients.

Skills

Phlebotomy skill

Typing speed of 35 wpm

Education

GCE 'N'/'O' Level, NITEC in Biomedical Science / Nursing

Job description

You will be required to sort specimens sent to the laboratories, key the test orders into the computer system and answer phone enquiries regarding lab tests. Other job duties include drawing blood from mostly paediatric patients (finger prick technique, training will be provided). If you are interested in working in a healthcare environment and have the following requirements, this is the job for you.

Requirements:

• GCE "N"/"O" Level, NITEC in Biomedical Science / Nursing
• Phlebotomy skill is advantageous
• Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm
• Will be required to work rotating shift duties (based on roster)
• Prior job experience in a similar setting and familiarity with terminology used in the Laboratory would be an advantage