Lab Aide/Lab Assistant

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Lab Aide/Lab Assistant to support frontline laboratory staff.

You will perform clerical tasks, handle specimens in pre- and post-analytic phases, and help maintain clean, stocked workspaces in accordance with CARES standards. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, in-house training under supervision, basic computer and equipment skills, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• In-house training under 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.

Responsibilities

• Answers phones, copies, faxing, and makes calls to healthcare providers.
• Provides support to laboratory staff through handling specimens in pre-analytic and post-analytic phases.
• Maintains clean, neat, and well-stocked laboratory workspaces and equipment.
• Complies with organization's CARES standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers, printers, office lab equipment

Job description

Lab Aide/Lab Assistant### Lab Aide/Lab AssistantApply: Covington, LA: Posted Yesterday: R13273At 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. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found **by clicking here**, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.**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.