Clinical Lab Assistant, Full Time Days, Specimen Processing, Pompton Plains, NJ

Atlantic Health; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant to support timely workflow across laboratory departments. The role involves registering patients, ordering tests, and ensuring proper specimen handling and labeling in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining lab equipment, using HIS/LIS systems, monitoring inventory, and assisting with staff training while adhering to PPE protocols and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Register patients and order tests, verify information and ensure timely processing.
• Prepare and label specimens for testing according to guidelines.
• Maintain documentation and follow SOPs to ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; report issues and keep a clean workspace.
• Monitor inventory, manage supplies and check expiration dates.
• Assist with training of new staff and students as required.

Skills

Specimen processing

Documentation

Laboratory safety

Team collaboration

Tools

HIS software

LIS software

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Clinical Lab Assistant (CLA) ensures timely workflow, maintains proper documentation, follows safety and compliance protocols, and provides widespread support across laboratory departments.

• Specimen Processing:
  • Performs patient registration and test ordering, verifies patient information, ensures timely specimen handling, and resolves processing issues to maintain accuracy and efficient workflow.
  • Evaluates and prepares specimens for testing, ensuring proper labeling, distribution, storage, and processing according to established guidelines.
• Equipment:
  • Assists technical Team Members by performing duties assigned in loading of samples, performing maintenance.
  • Operates laboratory equipment according to procedures, troubleshoots issues or contacts support, documents temperatures, and maintains a clean, organized workspace as required.
• Inventory Management:
  • Monitors and manages supply inventory, checks expiration dates, stores received items and keeps the storage areas clean and organized.
• System Utilization:
  • Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software applications for job-related functions.
• Training and Education:
  • Assists with training of new team members or students as required. Completes mandatory continuing education.
• Safety:
  • Follows PPE protocols and ensures a clean, safe workspace.
• Document Control:
  • Follows all approved standard operating policies and procedures