Lab Assistant

Patient First; Annapolis (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Medical treatment

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Annual Leave

Overtime Pay

Double time holidays

Recruitment bonus

Patient Care Performance bonus

Weekend bonus

Job summary

Patient First is seeking a Lab Technician to deliver rapid, accurate test results and assist clinicians in patient care across centers. You will follow strict collection and processing protocols, document quality control, and maintain safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, efficient multitasking, and proactive communication with Nurses and Physicians to support timely patient treatment.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of laboratory principles to perform waived testing.
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable laboratory results during high volume.
• Proficient in venipuncture and specimen handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and rapid lab results with proper procedures and safety.
• Follow specimen collection, handling, processing, and reporting procedures.
• Adhere to quality control policies and document activities.
• Order lab and medical supplies electronically as directed.
• Notify clinicians when patient is ready for exam and relay needs.

Skills

Venipuncture

Finger stick

Drug screening

Multi-tasking

Laboratory safety

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing quality and rapid lab results involving knowledge of laboratory analyses, proper procedures, work equipment, and safety procedures;
• Following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing, as well as for test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance of test results;
• Adhering to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documenting all quality control activities and maintenance under the supervision of the Lab Technician on duty;
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;
• Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;
• Adhering to the established corrective action policies and procedures of the laboratory whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance and documenting those actions;
• Identifying and troubleshooting problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results either by correcting the problem or notifying the Lab Technician on duty, Lab Supervisor, or Lab Consultant;
• Receiving and distributing lab supplies as needed;
• Adhering to safety policies as defined by Patient First and OSHA;
• Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;
• Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.

Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older;
• High school graduate or equivalent. Must have knowledge of laboratory principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform waived testing;
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during periods of high volume (100 or more patients per day);
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations;
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation;
• Proficiency in performing venipuncture, finger stick collections, and drug screens;
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4-7 hours at a time);
• Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items (20 to 50 pounds);
• Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Salary Range: $21.50 - $24.00, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation:

• Discounted Medical treatment at any Patient First location (employees only)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match, for employees who qualify)
• Paid Annual Leave, Overtime Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Bonuses include:
• Recruitment bonus
• Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)
• Weekend bonus (center employees only)