Lab Assistant

Akron Children's; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Laboratory is seeking a Part-Time Lab Assistant to support pre-analytic, analytic, and support tasks under supervision. Responsibilities include ordering/receiving tests in LIS, accessioning, specimen processing, transport, and preparation for send-out testing.

May perform phlebotomy and assist with analytical procedures while maintaining safety standards. Technical responsibilities include handling lab glassware, preparation for send-out tests, and supporting Histology with

Qualifications

• Lab experience preferred.
• Experience in healthcare preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer-focused support and professional communication.
• Review orders for tests and convert to correct tests in LIS.
• Collect, receive, and process specimens prior to testing using approved protocols.
• Perform assigned analytical tasks according to protocols.
• Prepare specimens for send-out testing as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy duties when required.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Handle and process laboratory glassware and supplies per procedures.
• Collect specimens and slides for Histology Lab as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Lab experience

Healthcare experience

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of medical assistant/EMT/phlebotomy program

Biology and chemistry knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Part‑Time, 28 Hours/Week

Day Shift

Onsite

Summary:

The Lab Assistant provides essential support to laboratory operations by performing a variety of pre‑analytic, basic analytic, and support functions under appropriate supervision. Responsibilities may include ordering and receiving tests in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), specimen accessioning, processing, transport, and preparation for send‑out testing. The Lab Assistant may also perform phlebotomy, assist with basic analytical procedures, and support laboratory operations through proper handling and processing of laboratory glassware.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Utilizes excellent customer service, professional communication, and proper phone etiquette.
• 2. Reviews orders for various tests requested by the provider/physician and converts these requests to correct tests in the LIS.
• 3. Collects, receives, and processes specimens prior to testing using order appropriate materials and techniques according to established/approved protocols.
• 4. Performs assigned analytical tasks correctly and according to established/approved protocols.
• 5. Able to prepare specimens, as needed, for send out testing.
• 6. Performs duties of a phlebotomist as required.
• 7. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory and safety standards.
• 8. Collects laboratory glassware from all laboratory departments and research; follows pre-treatment/special handling procedures on glassware; packages and sterilizes supplies/glassware according to procedure; loads and operates laboratory glassware washer and sterilizer; process glassware; deliver glassware to all lab departments and other labs as assigned.
• 9. Collects specimens and slides for Histology Lab as needed.
• 10. Other duties as required.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

• 1. Lab experience preferred.
• 2. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• 3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience

• 1. Education:
• a. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• b. Graduate of an approved medical assistant, EMT, or phlebotomy program is preferred
• c. Knowledge of basic biology and chemistry preferred.
• 2. Certifications: None required.
• 3. Years of relevant experience: 2 is preferred.
• 4. Years of experience Supervising: None

Part Time

FTE: 0.700000

Status: Onsite