Lab Assistant II: Specimen Prep & Quality Control

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Lab Assistant II to support Medical Technologists by preparing specimens and ensuring quality patient results. You will handle instrument maintenance, record quality control, and manage supplies within a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment.

Responsibilities include documenting results in the EHR, performing waived testing, and collaborating with lab staff to optimize workflow and patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Laboratory experience not required but 1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and identify samples for testing.
• Maintain and troubleshoot instruments/equipment.
• Document quality control for tests performed.
• Manage inventory and supplies for the department.
• Report patient results in the EHR.
• Perform clerical duties and access patient data.
• Transport specimens to appropriate locations.
• Perform waived testing as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Tools

Cerner EHR

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Lab Assistant II to support Medical Technologists by preparing specimens and ensuring quality patient results. You will handle instrument maintenance, record quality control, and manage supplies within a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment.

Responsibilities include documenting results in the EHR, performing waived testing, and collaborating with lab staff to optimize workflow and patient care.