Clinical Lab Assistant — Specimen Prep & Analysis

Wilmington Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington Health in Wilmington, NC seeks a Lab Assistant for the Porter's Neck site. The role focuses on collecting specimens, performing routine tests, and preparing materials for transfer to external laboratories.

The position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork within a busy clinical setting, with full-time hours and site-based work. A high school diploma is required, and training provided for specific assays and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy tasks and basic lab procedures.
• Willingness to learn and follow lab safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform finger sticks, heel sticks and venipuncture to obtain specimens.
• Analyze patient specimens on hematology analyzer.
• Prepare specimens and paperwork for transfer to external labs.
• Instruct patients on proper specimen collection procedures.
• Maintain logbooks for temperature, humidity and equipment readiness.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Wilmington Health in Wilmington, NC seeks a Lab Assistant for the Porter's Neck site. The role focuses on collecting specimens, performing routine tests, and preparing materials for transfer to external laboratories.

The position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork within a busy clinical setting, with full-time hours and site-based work. A high school diploma is required, and training provided for specific assays and safety procedures.