Laboratory Assistant

Trinity Health MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health MI in Grand Rapids is seeking a Hospital Lab Assistant to support medical technologists and pathologists by collecting, processing, and preparing patient specimens for testing. The role also involves maintaining lab equipment and managing patient data in the LIS, contributing to accurate and timely lab work.

The position is Full-time, Day Shift in a high‑volume clinical lab environment, with opportunities to learn phlebotomy techniques, ensure quality control, and collaborate with

Responsibilities

• Specimen Collection & Prep: Perform phlebotomy (blood draws) and instruct patients on providing other samples. Receive, label, centrifuge, and distribute samples to the correct testing departments.
• Data Management: Accurately enter patient information and test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Lab Maintenance: Sterilize and clean lab equipment, glassware, and work areas to prevent contamination. Track inventory and stock testing supplies.
• Quality Control: Monitor temperatures of storage units, calibrate instruments, and report any discrepancies in test results.
• Communication: Field inquiries from nursing units, doctors' offices, and patients regarding specimen requirements and test status.

Job description

Description

A hospital lab assistant acts as the backbone of a clinical laboratory. They support medical technologists and pathologists by collecting, processing, and preparing patient specimens (like blood and urine) for testing, maintaining lab equipment, and managing patient data.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

A hospital lab assistant acts as the backbone of a clinical laboratory. They support medical technologists and pathologists by collecting, processing, and preparing patient specimens (like blood and urine) for testing, maintaining lab equipment, and managing patient data.

A comprehensive breakdown of the core responsibilities, requirements, and work environment for this role includes:

Core Responsibilities

• Specimen Collection & Prep: Perform phlebotomy (blood draws) and instruct patients on providing other samples. Receive, label, centrifuge, and distribute samples to the correct testing departments.
• Data Management: Accurately enter patient information and test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Lab Maintenance: Sterilize and clean lab equipment, glassware, and work areas to prevent contamination. Track inventory and stock testing supplies.
• Quality Control: Monitor temperatures of storage units, calibrate instruments, and report any discrepancies in test results.
• Communication: Field inquiries from nursing units, doctors' offices, and patients regarding specimen requirements and test status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.