Clinical Lab Assistant, Full Time Evenings, Histology, ACL, Morristown, NJ

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health is seeking a Clinical Lab Specialist (CLS) to support laboratory operations under the Laboratory Supervisor. The role focuses on ensuring timely workflow, accurate documentation, safety, and cross-departmental support across the lab.

Core duties include specimen processing, equipment assistance, inventory management, and proficient use of HIS/LIS software, plus training and strict adherence to SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Specimen processing, including patient registration, test ordering, and ensuring accurate handling.
• Assist with loading samples, performing maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment as needed.
• Monitor inventory, check expiration dates, and keep storage areas clean and organized.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using HIS and LIS software for job-related tasks.
• Assist with training of new team members and complete mandatory continuing education.
• Follow PPE protocols and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Follow approved standard operating procedures and document control practices.

Job description

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

Principal Accountabilities:

• 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