Evening Clinical Lab Assistant – Fast-Paced & Impactful

Principle-Health-Systems; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Principle-Health-Systems in Irving, TX is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support clinical laboratory operations. You will handle specimens, load samples onto instruments, and assist with routine workflow under supervision.

This full-time position offers an hourly wage and a weekend/shift flexibility as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred AS or BS degree and at least two years in a clinical lab.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures.
• Proficient with laboratory computer systems, analyzers, and communication tools.

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 appropriate documentation.
• Archive specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and dispose of them according to specimen retention policies.
• Monitor LIS backlogs at least every 30 minutes to identify and expedite delayed priority samples.
• Adhere to all laboratory policies, procedures, safety guidelines, and quality assurance standards.
• Support laboratory staff with miscellaneous tasks as needed to ensure smooth operation.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, or split shifts based on operational needs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Laboratory procedures familiarity

Laboratory computer systems

Analyzers

Communication tools

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Principle-Health-Systems in Irving, TX is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support clinical laboratory operations. You will handle specimens, load samples onto instruments, and assist with routine workflow under supervision.

This full-time position offers an hourly wage and a weekend/shift flexibility as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred AS or BS degree and at least two years in a clinical lab.