Lab Aide/Lab Assistant

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Laboratory Support/Clerical role to perform clerical tasks such as phone support, copying, faxing, and coordinating with healthcare providers.

The role supports laboratory staff in pre-analytic and post-analytic specimen handling and maintains clean lab spaces per CARES standards. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and the ability to work independently in a professional healthcare setting on a Monday–Friday

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computers, printers and office laboratory equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Answering phone, copying, faxing, and making calls to healthcare providers.
• Support to laboratory staff through handling specimens in pre-analytic and post-analytic phases of testing.
• Maintain clean, neat, and well-stocked laboratory workspaces and equipment.
• Comply with organization’s CARES standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift

Monday - Friday: 1:00p - 9:30p | No Weekends, No Holidays

Summary of the Job

Performs various clerical functions such as answering phone, copying, faxing and making calls to healthcare providers. Provides support to laboratory technical staff through handling specimens in pre-analytic and post-analytic phases of testing. Maintains clean, neat and well stocked laboratory workspaces and equipment. Complies with organization's C.A.R.E.S. standards.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Must successfully complete in-house training under close supervision of Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician. Basic knowledge of computers, printers and office laboratory equipment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.

Physical Demands

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required

• Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%)- NONE
• Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.