Lab Assistant II - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Charleston is seeking a Lab Assistant II to support laboratory operations. The role involves specimen preparation, testing, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and laboratory experience. Join a team dedicated to quality patient care and innovation in healthcare services.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Prepares specimens for analysis and performs testing.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived and limited moderately complex testing.
• Operates and maintains clinical laboratory equipment.
• Provides laboratory customer service.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Verbal and Written Communication

Monitoring

Science

Judgment and Decision Making

Operation Monitoring

Time Management

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

High School Degree or GED

Associates, Biology or Chemistry

Tools

Phlebotomy Collection Software

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Scheduled Weekly Hours

4

Work Shift

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

• PRN - Every Sunday 4:00pm-8:00pm
  
  

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Lab Tech Assistant prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs waived and limited moderately complex testing as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).
• Performs and reports testing and quality control procedures according to established protocols; evaluates specimen acceptability and implements corrective action within scope of training.
• Provides support functions to technologists including the loading and maintaining of instruments, making up of reagents, thawing, pooling, importing, and issuing of blood products, and maintenance and function checks.
• Recognizes instrument and equipment malfunctions and keeps appropriate person(s) informed of problems, issues, and resolutions as needed.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
• Competently registers, enters insurance information, accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Follows established guidelines for centrifugation and aliquoting of samples.
• Uses computer programs to track specimen transport and minimizes lost specimens.
• Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies
• When staffed in Microbiology department, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
  
  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Education

High School Degree or GED (required)

Associates, Biology or Chemistry (preferred)

Work Experience

Laboratory experience (preferred)

Training

None

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Verbal and Written Communication

Monitoring

Science

Judgment and Decision Making

Operation Monitoring

Time Management

Customer Service

Problem solving

Medical Terminology

Office Machine Operation

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

May have periods of constant interruptions

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%

Stoop/Kneel 1-33%

Crawling 0%

Climbing 0%

Balance 1-33%

Bending 1-33%

Sitting 67-100%

Walking 1-33%

Standing 1-33%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity - near

Depth perception

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
  
  

Department

Phlebotomy - Roper Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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Job function

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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