Clinical Lab Assistant: Diagnostics Prep

CommonSpirit Health; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's St. Luke’s Health – Memorial Lufkin in Texas is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic workflows by accurately collecting, preparing, and processing patient specimens for tests.

You will work with advanced technologies, adhere to patient identification and safety protocols, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on quality care. This role emphasizes ongoing learning, strict attention to detail, and dependable participation in a busy laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required at hire.
• CPR (Basic Life Support) certification required or within 90 days.
• Phlebotomy or Lab Assistant program certificate preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced lab.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens for diagnostic tests.
• Ensure positive patient identification and maintain safety protocols.
• Support department workflow and teamwork to maintain efficiency.
• Move samples promptly to appropriate laboratory departments for testing.
• Handle specimen send-out testing and prepare packaging for external labs.
• Exercise good judgment and seek help when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Lab procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR Certification

Phlebotomy or Lab Assistant certificate

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's St. Luke’s Health – Memorial Lufkin in Texas is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic workflows by accurately collecting, preparing, and processing patient specimens for tests.

You will work with advanced technologies, adhere to patient identification and safety protocols, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on quality care. This role emphasizes ongoing learning, strict attention to detail, and dependable participation in a busy laboratory environment.