Lab Assistant: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Akron Children's; Boardman Township (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's seeks a Lab Assistant to support the laboratory across pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic tasks. The role includes ordering/receiving tests in the LIS, specimen transport, accessioning, and preparing specimens for send-out testing, with phlebotomy duties as required.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and prefer background in sterile processing or lab skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; biology/chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Graduate of an approved medical assistant, EMT, or phlebotomy program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review orders for tests and convert to correct tests in the LIS.
• Obtain, receive, and process specimens prior to testing.
• Perform pre-analytical tasks per established protocols.
• Perform analytical tasks per established protocols.
• Assist phlebotomy duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Pack and sterilize glassware; manage lab supplies and glassware washers.
• Collect specimens and slides for Histology as needed.

Skills

Sterile processing

Lab skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant/EMT/phlebotomy program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Akron Children's seeks a Lab Assistant to support the laboratory across pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic tasks. The role includes ordering/receiving tests in the LIS, specimen transport, accessioning, and preparing specimens for send-out testing, with phlebotomy duties as required.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and prefer background in sterile processing or lab skills.