Clinical Lab Assistant, Full Time Evenings, Specimen Processing, ACL, Morristown, NJ

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Atlantic Health is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant who supports the laboratory workflow and documentation across departments. The role ensures timely specimen processing, proper labeling, and safe, organized operations within a compliant environment.

The CLA will assist with training, monitor equipment and inventory, and use HIS/LIS systems to complete routine tasks while maintaining safety standards and adherence to SOPs.

Responsabilidades

• Registers patients and orders tests; verifies patient information for timely processing.
• Prepares specimens; ensures proper labeling, storage, and handling according to guidelines.
• Loads samples; assists with equipment maintenance and operation.
• Maintains clean, organized workspace; troubleshoots basic equipment issues or contacts support.
• Documents temperatures and other quality control data as required.
• Monitors inventory; checks expiration dates and stores items properly.
• Demonstrates proficiency with HIS and LIS software for job-related functions.
• Assists with training of new team members and completes mandatory continuing education.
• Follows PPE protocols and maintains a safe workspace.
• Adheres to approved standard operating procedures and documentation practices.

Conocimientos

Specimen processing

Lab safety

Equipment handling

Documentation

HIS/LIS software

Herramientas

HIS software

LIS software

Descripción del empleo

Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Clinical Lab Assistant (CLA) ensures timely workflow, maintains proper documentation, follow s 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