Lab Assistant-Core Lab

Kettering Health Network; South Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Miamisburg is seeking a Lab Assistant to support specimen collection, processing and preparation for diagnostic testing. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory standards within a safe, efficient lab workflow.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment and ensuring quality control, with duties aligned to Kettering Health's mission and safety program. Nights, full-time schedule and patient-care-oriented lab support are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• State of Ohio Driver's License if the role includes transportation.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and documentation.
• Support timely and reliable diagnostic testing.
• Follow regulatory standards and Kettering Health's safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen processing

Documentation

Laboratory operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

State of Ohio Driver's License (if transportation is required)

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Miamisburg l Miamisburg l Full-time l Nights

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Lab Assistant supports laboratory operations by collecting, processing, and preparing specimens, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate documentation to facilitate timely and reliable diagnostic testing. This role contributes to patient care, safety, and operational reliability by following regulatory standards and supporting efficient laboratory workflows. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.High school diploma or GED.None required.Valid State of Ohio Driver's License if role includes specimen transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a Medical Lab Assistant training program or relevant courseworkSix months to one year of experience in phlebotomy and/or specimen processing, or equalihealth/laboratory experience