Lab Assistant - Tyler, Texas

Clinical Pathology Laboratories; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Appreciation

Growth opportunities

Free lab services for you and dependg.

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc. in Tyler, TX is seeking a full-time Laboratory Operations specialist to ensure specimens are properly processed, routed, and stored, supporting patient care. You will work on 1st shift, handle lab equipment, and follow safety, privacy, and quality standards.

This role offers benefits, PTO, retirement matching, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team. Join a Great Place to Work certified employer focused on teamwork, professional development,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training/experience in specimen collection or processing.
• Strong reading, writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment (telephones, computers, centrifuges, alarms).

Responsibilities

• Ensure specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored.
• Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement solutions.
• Work in a laboratory with biological hazards and PPE requirements.
• Champion safety, compliance and quality control.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Analytical skills

Lab equipment operation

Telephones

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuges

Computers

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities And Position Qualifications

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members!

You are a superhero when it comes to patient specimens. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the drive to keep things running smoothly. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.

Join our front line of Healthcare Heroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

Location: Tyler, Texas

Hours: 1st Shift

Full-time: Benefit Eligible

In This Role, You Will

• 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

All You Need Is

• 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 but not limited to: telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms.

Bonus Points If You’ve Got

• 1 - 2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory, data entry, or production

We’ll Give You

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
• A sense of belonging – we’re a community!

We Also Want You To Know

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

1st Shift

Job Category

Laboratory Operations

Company

Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.

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