Clinical Lab Assistant — Specimen Receiving & LIS

Hims, Inc.; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits (medical, dental, and视

Job summary

Hims, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support the clinical laboratory team by receiving, sorting, and accessioning incoming specimens. You will enter data into the LIS and prepare samples for testing to ensure timely processing by laboratory personnel.

The role requires attention to detail, good organizational skills, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage; Monday–Saturday schedule with varied shifts in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or lab assistant training preferred.
• Previous experience in a clinical laboratory or healthcare environment strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures, medical terminology, and specimen handling requirements.
• Proficiency in data entry and LIS usage.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and log incoming specimen shipments from multiple carriers per SOPs.
• Verify specimen integrity, labeling, and accompanying test order for completeness and accuracy.
• Accession specimens into LIS, assign identifiers, and link to patient and test order.
• Sort and organize specimens by department or test type; prioritize handling.
• Prepare specimens for testing; aliquot, centrifuge, label, and distribute to labs.
• Communicate with lab staff and UX team regarding discrepancies or urgent specimens.
• Maintain documentation of all received and processed samples.
• Follow biohazard safety protocols and HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with routine lab support tasks like inventory and storage.
• Perform other duties as requested by lab management.

Skills

Data entry

LIS familiarity

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or lab assistant training

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Hims, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support the clinical laboratory team by receiving, sorting, and accessioning incoming specimens. You will enter data into the LIS and prepare samples for testing to ensure timely processing by laboratory personnel.

The role requires attention to detail, good organizational skills, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage; Monday–Saturday schedule with varied shifts in a dynamic healthcare setting.