Lab Assistant II - Critical Hospital Lab Support & Training

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional health system in Louisville seeks a Lab Assistant II to assist in preparing patient specimens for testing and supporting the medical technologist. The ideal entry-level candidate will possess strong customer service and organizational skills, along with effective communication abilities. This full-time position involves working in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities including sample preparation, data entry, and clerical tasks, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with health standards.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to break down problems or tasks and identify causes and consequences.

Responsibilities

• Properly prepare and identify samples for laboratory testing.
• Accurately report patient results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Perform clerical duties for the department.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Superior organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED/Equivalent

Some college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Cerner EHR

Job description

A leading regional health system in Louisville seeks a Lab Assistant II to assist in preparing patient specimens for testing and supporting the medical technologist. The ideal entry-level candidate will possess strong customer service and organizational skills, along with effective communication abilities. This full-time position involves working in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities including sample preparation, data entry, and clerical tasks, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with health standards.