LAB ASSISTANT - FULL TIME

WATSON CLINIC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomy, verify patient identification, draw blood from patients of all ages, label specimens, and enter correct patient information into the LIS.

The role emphasizes specimen integrity, accurate data entry, safe collection practices, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment while providing courteous guidance to patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Preferred: at least 1 year of phlebotomy experience across all ages, able to use multiple computer systems.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of specimen collection requirements, integrity and handling.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identification before phlebotomy.
• Draws blood from patients of all ages and ensures specimen integrity.
• Labels drawn specimens correctly and enters patient information into the LIS.
• Maintains a clean, well‑stocked work environment.
• Adheres to safety standards for handling biohazardous specimens and equipment.
• Assists patients with questions and provides specimen collection instructions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Patient interaction

Safety compliance

Specimen handling

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Multiple computer systems

Job description

Summary/Objective: A laboratory assistant performing phlebotomy verifies patient identification, draws blood from patients of all ages maintaining specimen integrity, labels the drawn blood for processing, and enters correct patient information into the LIS.

• Functions Phlebotomy skills are such that specimens are obtained correctly and specimen integrity is maintained.
• Verifies accurate and correct information on patients and proceeds to accurate labeling of specimens.
• Accurate data entry skills in verifying correct patient information and requested tests.
• Professional attitude with patients including assistance with patients' questions and giving instructions on specimen collection and handling.
• Maintains a well-stocked, clean, and orderly work environment.
• Adheres to all safety standards in the handling of biohazardous specimens and contaminated phlebotomy equipment.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma required.

Preferred Education and Experience: A minimum of one year experience as a phlebotomist to include phlebotomy performed on all ages and ability to adapt to multiple computer systems.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Basic knowledge of medical terminology and data entry skills. Knowledge of specimen collection, specimen requirements, specimen integrity and specimen handling.