Clinical Laboratory Assistant

Sentara Health Plans; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to join the Lab Processing team on a full-time basis in Charlottesville, VA. The role involves entering specimens, labeling, processing, and distributing according to test orders, while monitoring supplies and maintaining equipment.

Ideal candidates have HS diploma and at least 1 year of healthcare experience. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits as part of Sentara’s commitment to

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter and track all specimens in the lab system.
• Label, process, and distribute specimens per testing orders.
• Monitor supply levels in the specimen processing area.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Handle internal/external customer inquiries and resolve problems.

Skills

Specimen entry

Lab processing

Equipment maintenance

Healthcare experience

Education

High School diploma

Job description

## Clinical Laboratory AssistantApply: On-Site: Charlottesville, VA: Full time: Posted Today: JR-106780**City/State**Charlottesville, VA**Work Shift**Rotating**Overview:**# **Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Clinical Lab Assistant to work full-time mid-shift and evening shifts in Lab Processing!** **Overview**Primary point of contact for all specimen entry into the laboratory. Labels, processes, and distributes based on testing ordered and required. Monitors supply levels in the specimen processing area. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment; responsible for internal and external customer inquiry and problem resolution. Frequent interaction with hospitals, nursing facilities, and physician office staff. **Education*** HS – High School Grad or Equivalent **Certification/Licensure*** No specific certification or licensure requirements **Experience*** 1 year healthcare experience (preferred) keyword: laboratory services, monster, Talroo-Allied Health, lab We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $18.86 - $27.69 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits. **Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career****•** Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance •Legal Resources Plan •Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.**Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital,** located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care.Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity.**Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer** and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.