Lab Assistant Per Diem

Tucson Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Tucson is seeking a Lab Assistant Per Diem. This entry-level role involves preparing biological specimens, performing tests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong customer service skills and attention to detail. Join a dedicated team committed to integrity and compassion in patient care.

Qualifications

• One month of related lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Receives and prepares biological specimens for testing.
• Performs routine laboratory processes and procedures.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and ensures safety protocols.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem-solving

Mathematical Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Summary

This position is responsible for the receipt of biological specimens into the department, preparation of samples for analytical testing, and performing testing. This position reports to the department supervisor and works closely with lab technical personnel.

Essential Functions

1. Exhibits excellence in customer service through appropriate attitude and interaction with all patients, visitors, and staff.
2. Supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.
3. Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety and confidentiality policies and standards.
4. Performs basic technical processes as assigned, based on specific department requirements, under direct supervision, meeting performance standards.
5. Demonstrates understanding of computer systems used in the department, generating work lists as required.
6. Performs routine laboratory processes and procedures according to prescribed protocols and schedules.
7. Uses appropriate safety procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.
8. Participates in quality control, safety, and maintenance programs.
9. Complies with accrediting and regulatory requirements.
10. Performs basic maintenance on laboratory equipment.
11. Coordinates and routes specimens to proper laboratory areas.
12. Performs related duties within established guidelines to meet turnaround times.

Additional for Technical Areas

• Logs specimens into LIS, receives, labels, and stores or discards specimens.
• Tracks and locates missing specimens.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: One month of related lab experience.
• Licensure or Certification: None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skill in maintaining, processing, and recording lab samples and specimens.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence.
• Good listening skills and ability to interpret instructions accurately.
• Mathematical skills involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed instructions.
• Problem-solving skills involving standardized situations.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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