Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing & Diagnostics

CHI; Caldwell (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s Health – Memorial Lufkin is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing across diverse patient specimens using advanced technology. The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, adherence to safety protocols, and ongoing professional development.

Applicants should have a foundation in laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. Training and growth opportunities are available in a dynamic hospital environment in East Texas.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of laboratory procedures.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Practices positive patient identification at all times, in all job functions.
• Maintains effective communication within the department and with other hospital departments.
• Supports department workflow and fosters teamwork and collaboration.
• Processes specimens into the lab and ensures timely distribution for testing.
• Handles lab send-out testing and prepares packing lists for external testing.
• Uses good judgment and asks for help when needed.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

Certificate Other Lab Assistant Program

Certificate Other Phlebotomy program

Job description

St. Luke’s Health – Memorial Lufkin is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing across diverse patient specimens using advanced technology. The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, adherence to safety protocols, and ongoing professional development.

Applicants should have a foundation in laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. Training and growth opportunities are available in a dynamic hospital environment in East Texas.