Laboratory Aide - Rotating Shifts, Multi-Site Travel

Hartford HealthCare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant III for its Greater Manchester region in Connecticut. You will perform applied techniques in chemistry, serology and microbiology, handling specimens, recording results, and supporting training and quality assurance activities.

The role requires weekend/holiday coverage and travel between sites as needed, with access to reliable transportation. A strong focus on lab automation and information systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree in biological science or 60 sem hrs including chemistry/biology is preferred.
• Education transcript must be provided prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Performs applied techniques for chemical, immunologic and microbiological tests.
• Maintains instrument operation, trouble-shoots when necessary and follows QC procedures.
• Records results, ensures turnaround times and communicates results to providers.
• Assists in training staff and participates in quality assurance activities.
• Maintains inventory and coordinates supply orders.

Skills

Lab automation

Laboratory information systems

Reliable transportation

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree or 60 sem hrs in science incl. chemistry/biology

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant III for its Greater Manchester region in Connecticut. You will perform applied techniques in chemistry, serology and microbiology, handling specimens, recording results, and supporting training and quality assurance activities.

The role requires weekend/holiday coverage and travel between sites as needed, with access to reliable transportation. A strong focus on lab automation and information systems is essential.