Clinical Lab Assistant - Specimen Processing & QA

Principlehs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,280 - 47,040; Full time

Job summary

Principlehs is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support the clinical laboratory in Houston, TX. The role runs 8:30am–7:00pm, Monday through Thursday, full-time, at the PHS Main Office.

You will handle specimens, prep samples, and assist with instrument loading under supervision of a licensed CLS. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, an AS or BS preferred, and at least two years in a clinical lab.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; AS/BS preferred.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures and laboratory computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Properly route, handle, and process a variety of medical specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Batch and prepare samples prior to instrument loading or handoff to technical staff.
• Load patient samples and quality controls onto automated laboratory instruments.
• Assist in notifying clients of critical values per laboratory policy and ensure documentation.
• Archive specimens in the LIS and dispose of them according to retention policies.
• Monitor LIS backlogs to identify and upscale delayed priority samples.
• Adhere to laboratory policies, safety guidelines, and quality standards.
• Support staff with miscellaneous tasks to ensure smooth operation.
• May work weekends, holidays, overtime, or split shifts as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Familiarity with laboratory procedures

Pipetting and specimen handling

Laboratory computer systems proficient

Education

Associate of Science (AS) or Bachelor of Science (BS) in a relevant field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory analyzers

Job description

Principlehs is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support the clinical laboratory in Houston, TX. The role runs 8:30am–7:00pm, Monday through Thursday, full-time, at the PHS Main Office.

You will handle specimens, prep samples, and assist with instrument loading under supervision of a licensed CLS. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, an AS or BS preferred, and at least two years in a clinical lab.