Certified Lab Assistant - Part-Time, Multiple Shifts

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX seeks a Part‑Time Laboratory Assistant to accurately evaluate specimen orders and enter clinical data into various systems. The role involves identifying missing or invalid data, operating automated equipment, and communicating supply deficiencies to relevant personnel.

Responsible for safety, labeling, and adherence to SOPs. Qualifications include an Associate of Science Degree (preferred), basic microbiology/immunology knowledge, and a Medical Laboratory Assistant

Qualifications

• Associate of Science Degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge in microbiology, immunology or molecular biology and biochemistry as related to infectious diseases required.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies.
• Accurately document information as required, including processing logs, quality control, and labeling of reagents.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains laboratory equipment and glassware.
• Maintains and distributes laboratory supplies.
• Packages laboratory biohazard waste for disposal following established standards and practices.
• Maintains laboratory coat supply
• Orders, receives, stocks, ships and tracks laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly or scheduling equipment repair or replacement.
• Tracks equipment calibrations and preventative maintenance.
• Maintains inventory of all consumables and reagents.
• Assists in arranging the disposal of biohazard and chemical waste.
• Assists with the enforcement of all laboratory policies and procedures.
• Assists in enforcing safety around PPEs (personal protective equipment’s)
• Follows established protocols for safety, infection control, security, compliance, and the use of hazardous materials.

Education

Associate of Science Degree preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX seeks a Part‑Time Laboratory Assistant to accurately evaluate specimen orders and enter clinical data into various systems. The role involves identifying missing or invalid data, operating automated equipment, and communicating supply deficiencies to relevant personnel.

Responsible for safety, labeling, and adherence to SOPs. Qualifications include an Associate of Science Degree (preferred), basic microbiology/immunology knowledge, and a Medical Laboratory Assistant