Clinical Lab Assistant I: Specimen Processing & Support

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pathology invites applications for a full-time Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1. The role supports laboratory operations and assists staff in clinical and research settings.

Responsibilities include accessioning samples, transporting specimens, processing specimens, maintaining logs, and upholding confidentiality and regulatory guidelines. High school diploma required; teamwork and accuracy valued.

Qualifications

• Learning Agility: ability to learn procedures, technologies, and adapt to priorities.
• Teamwork: ability to work with others in a lab setting.
• Technical Proficiency: skilled in using office software and computer applications.
• Communication: strong written and verbal communication with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Accession patient samples requiring laboratory testing.
• Transport specimens and communicate test results timely.
• Maintain required laboratory files and logs accurately.
• Perform specimen processing (centrifugation, aliquoting, volume measurement).
• Maintain inventory per protocol and ensure clean work area.
• Participate in department improvement processes and quality initiatives.
• Safeguard patient confidentiality per regulations.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pathology invites applications for a full-time Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1. The role supports laboratory operations and assists staff in clinical and research settings.

Responsibilities include accessioning samples, transporting specimens, processing specimens, maintaining logs, and upholding confidentiality and regulatory guidelines. High school diploma required; teamwork and accuracy valued.