Clinical Lab Support Specialist

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System is seeking a Laboratory Aide to support technical staff in preparation, processing and tracking of specimens across clinical lab, cytology and microbiology.

You will verify patient identities, enter orders, maintain specimen integrity and communicate with physicians and staff to ensure timely results.

This role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Leadership and organizational skills with good judgment.
• Ability to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences.
• Basic math and keyboard proficiency.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, processing and tracking of laboratory specimens.
• Ensure accuracy of patient identification and data entry.
• Receive and pre-analytic examination of specimens and forward to appropriate sections.
• Maintain an organized, clean and stocked work area.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and staff to support workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Math

Keyboard skills

Multi-tasking

Computers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Computer systems

Job description

Independence Health System is seeking a Laboratory Aide to support technical staff in preparation, processing and tracking of specimens across clinical lab, cytology and microbiology.

You will verify patient identities, enter orders, maintain specimen integrity and communicate with physicians and staff to ensure timely results.

This role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced hospital environment.