Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing & Quality Care

American Esoteric Laboratories; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Free lab services for you and depend

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA in Alexandria, LA is seeking a full-time Laboratory Operations professional for the 1st shift. You will ensure specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored, while upholding safety, compliance, and quality control standards.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, prior specimen processing experience, strong reading and analytical skills, and the ability to operate standard lab equipment. Training on PHI safeguards is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment including telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms.

Responsibilities

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored.
• Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
• Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and PPE requirements.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Specimen processing

Laboratory equipment operation

Analytical skills

Reading & writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuges

Audible alarms

Computers

Telephone

Job description

Sonic Healthcare USA in Alexandria, LA is seeking a full-time Laboratory Operations professional for the 1st shift. You will ensure specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored, while upholding safety, compliance, and quality control standards.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, prior specimen processing experience, strong reading and analytical skills, and the ability to operate standard lab equipment. Training on PHI safeguards is provided.