Laboratory Assistant

Sonic Healthcare; Aiea (HI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Free lab services for you and depend1

Work-life balance

Job summary

Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLC in Aiea, HI is hiring for Laboratory Operations. The role coordinates daily Lab Assistant activities, supports management, and ensures safe, compliant workflows.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic specimen processing training, and strong reading, writing, and analytical skills. The job requires operating lab equipment and maintaining lab efficiency.

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

• Coordinates daily operations and scheduling for the Lab Assistant team and supports management.
• Recognizes when corrective action is needed and implements effective solutions.
• Trains personnel on new protocols and resolves complex, escalated communications to maintain workflows.
• Champions safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Analytical skills

Laboratory equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuges

Computers

Telephones

Audible alarms

Job description

Laboratory OperationsJoin our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.Location: Aiea, HI Status: Full-timeDays/Hours: TBDBase hourly pay rate: $23.86 to $26.05 depending on experienceIn this role, you will:Helps coordinate daily operations and scheduling for the Lab Assistant team while servicing as a supportive bridge to management.Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutionsTrains personnel on new protocols and resolves complex, escalated communications to maintain efficient laboratory workflows.Champion safety, compliance, and quality controlAll you need is:High School Diploma or equivalentPrevious training or experience in specimen collection or processingStrong reading, writing, and analytical skillsAbility 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 productionWe'll give you:Appreciation for your workA feeling of satisfaction that you've helped peopleOpportunity to grow in your professionFree lab services for you and your dependentsWork-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysCompetitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insuranceHelp saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company matchA sense of belonging – we're a community!We also want you to know:This role will provide routine access to protected health information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality and abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when required to fulfill job duties.Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Work Shift:Job Category: Laboratory OperationsCompany: Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLPSonic 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.