Clinical Lab Assistant - 4-Day Week & Specimen Processing

Principle-Health-Systems; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Principle-Health-Systems in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a 8:30am–7:00pm Monday–Thursday schedule. The role supports the clinical laboratory by handling specimens, loading samples onto instruments, and assisting with workflow, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

Responsibilities include routing and processing specimens, preparing samples, loading controls, notifying clients of critical values, archiving in LIS, monitoring backlogs, and adhering to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures.
• Proficient with laboratory computer systems, analyzers, and communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Properly route, handle, and process a variety of medical specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Batch and prepare samples prior to instrument loading or handoff to technical staff.
• Load patient samples and quality controls onto automated laboratory instruments.
• Assist in notifying clients of critical values per laboratory policy and ensure appropriate documentation.
• Archive specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and dispose of them according to specimen retention policies.
• Monitor LIS backlogs at least every 30 minutes to identify and escalation delayed priority samples.
• Adhere to all laboratory policies, procedures, safety guidelines, and quality assurance standards.
• Support laboratory staff with miscellaneous tasks as needed to ensure smooth operation.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, or split shifts based on operational needs.

Education

Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Analyzers

Job description

Principle-Health-Systems in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a 8:30am–7:00pm Monday–Thursday schedule. The role supports the clinical laboratory by handling specimens, loading samples onto instruments, and assisting with workflow, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

Responsibilities include routing and processing specimens, preparing samples, loading controls, notifying clients of critical values, archiving in LIS, monitoring backlogs, and adhering to