Lab Assistant - Tyler, Texas

Sunrise Medical Laboratories; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to advancing health and wellbeing in communities. As a vital part of the patient care process, you'll ensure laboratory specimens are handled with precision and care. This role offers the chance to work alongside a supportive team while championing safety and quality in a laboratory environment. With opportunities for professional growth and a range of competitive benefits, including free lab services and a 401(k) plan, this position is perfect for those passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career in healthcare.

Benefits

Free lab services for you and your dependents

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laboratory specimens are properly processed and stored.
• Implement effective solutions when corrective action is needed.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Computers

Telephones

Centrifuges

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!

Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?

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 #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

Location: Tyler, Texas

Hours: 2nd 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:

2nd Shift (United States of America)

Job Category:

Laboratory Operations

Company:

Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.