Clinical Lab Assistant: Fast-Paced Specimen & Workflow Support

Atlantic Health System; Newton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant to support workflow, documentation, safety, and cross-department assistance in the laboratory. You will register orders, process specimens, and help maintain equipment and inventory while ensuring adherence to SOPs and PPE protocols.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, proper labeling, and collaboration with lab teams to uphold timely processing and quality results.

Qualifications

• Experience in specimen processing and test ordering.
• Proficient in HIS and LIS software for lab tasks.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols.
• Experience in training or mentoring new staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Register patients and orders, verify information, and resolve processing issues.
• Evaluate and prepare specimens with proper labeling, storage, and handling.
• Assist with loading samples and maintaining equipment.
• Monitor inventory, check expirations, and organize storage areas.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure clean, safe workspace.
• Follow all safety and PPE protocols.

Skills

Specimen processing

Equipment handling

Inventory management

HIS/LIS software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HIS/LIS software

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant to support workflow, documentation, safety, and cross-department assistance in the laboratory. You will register orders, process specimens, and help maintain equipment and inventory while ensuring adherence to SOPs and PPE protocols.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, proper labeling, and collaboration with lab teams to uphold timely processing and quality results.