Clinical Laboratory Assistant

University-Health-3; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University-Health-3 in Texas seeks a meticulous Lab Sample Registrar to accurately register, receive, label, and track specimens for analytical testing and distribution. You will ensure specimen integrity, document steps, and input data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

The role requires attention to safety and quality, coordination with care teams, and timely escalation of any issues. High school diploma and at least one year of laboratory exposure are preferred; military laboratory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of laboratory experience preferred.
• Military Laboratory Training as alternative is accepted.

Responsibilities

• Register and label samples for testing and distribution.
• Accurately journal specimen data into LIS.
• Monitor sample integrity and notify for corrections or resubmissions when needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of laboratory experience preferred

Military Laboratory Training: Phase I

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Accurately and rapidly registers, receives and labels samples for analytical testing and/or distribution of specimens to the proper analytical area. Safely and efficiently processes, and stores biological specimens, such as blood, body fluid and tissue, and accessions them into the Laboratory Information System (LIS). Maximum proficiency is expected in following a set of prescribed instructions, strategies and criteria to facilitate patient testing. Recognizes sample stability and integrity problems/errors before patient testing and notifies appropriate personnel for corrections or resubmissions. Operates and maintains minor laboratory equipment, such as pneumatic tube station and automation lines. Accountable for own work as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required and one year of laboratory experience preferred OR Military Laboratory Training: (Phase I -Air Force or Basic-Army).