Laboratory Assistant

Trinity Health System; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this entry-level role, you will assist in specimen collection and processing, ensuring high standards of accuracy and customer service. Your organizational skills will be essential as you navigate laboratory protocols and support the clinical team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a reputable healthcare environment while contributing to essential laboratory functions. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about healthcare, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required for entry-level position.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in specimen collection, processing, and distribution.
• Accurately register specimens and follow established procedures.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Keyboarding accuracy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

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Job Summary / Purpose
Under the direction of the Laboratory Clinical Coordinator, Market Director of Laboratory Services and Laboratory Supervisor or Manager, the clinical laboratory assistant assists in specimen collection, receiving, processing, distribution of specimens, clerical duties including accessioning, receptionist duties, processing specimens for Reference laboratory send outs, monitoring tube stations (when equipped) and distribution of samples.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Accepts specimens and requisitions from external and internal customers utilizing excellent customer service skills.
• Accurately registers specimens and logs into Laboratory Information System (LIS) and evaluates specimen adequacy and acceptability.
• Identifies patients/specimens using two unique patient identifiers and accurately labels specimen containers.
• Processes specimens from the tube system (if applicable). Performs specimen processing as needed. For example, proper identification, aliquoting, special handling, and required documentation.
• Follows established procedures and policies including infection control and blood borne pathogens. Handles chemicals according to established safety protocols.
• Meets defined workload productivity standards. Works accurately and proficiently.
• Follows established procedures and policies to obtain optimal test turn-around-times, including, but not limited to single piece flow.
• Demonstrates a cooperative attitude in relationships with co-workers and other personnel. Serves as an effective representative to physicians, nurses, patients, and visitors in a courteous and empathetic manner.
• Participates in teaching peers.
• Handles incoming and outgoing telephone calls utilizing good customer service skills and knowledge of the laboratory.
• Performs pickups as needed for on-campus offices.
• Follows up on and documents out of range temperatures, missing or inadequate specimens, and missing specimens.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Training

• Good communication and organizational skills
• Good time management skills.
• Keyboarding accuracy and speed is essential.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care