Laboratory Assistant

Memorial Physician Practices; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Havasu Regional Medical Center in Lake Havasu City, AZ is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support specimen collection, processing and lab operations. This role requires accuracy in ordering entry, patient identification and adherence to policy while maintaining specimen integrity.

The position involves venipuncture, urine and swab collection, and coordination with nursing for drug monitoring, with a strong emphasis on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Experience in clinical laboratory assistance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review provider orders, quick-register patients when needed, and enter laboratory tests per requisition.
• Verify patient identity with two identifiers prior to collection.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens per policy.
• Label specimens with two identifiers plus date/time and collector's initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling/transport.
• Perform urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Coordinate drug-monitoring collections with nursing to align dose and draw time.
• Resolve unusual test orders by contacting providers or lab staff; escalate as needed.
• Process specimens and distribute to appropriate lab sections or reference labs.
• Maintain par levels and assist with weekly inventory of supplies.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time, Weekend

Your experience matters

Havasu Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Laboratory Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Laboratory Assistant who excels in this role:

• Review provider's orders, quick-register patients when needed, and enter appropriate laboratory test per requisition.
• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to all collection.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens per policy.
• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collectors initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling/transport.
• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections with nursing to align dose and draw time.
• Resolve unusual/unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; escape unresolved issues to the supervisor.
• Process specimens and distribute to appropriate internal lab sections or ship to reference laboratories according to policy.
• Maintain par levels and assist with weekly departmental inventory of supplies.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a high school diploma. Additional requirements include:

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Dian Rezendes by emailing [e-mail].

More about Havasu Regional Medical Center

Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lake Havasu City, AZ community.

EEOC Statement

Havasu Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all