Laboratory Assistant

Sunrise Medical Laboratories; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team of healthcare heroes. This role is crucial in ensuring that laboratory specimens are meticulously processed and stored, directly impacting patient care. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and innovation, this position offers not only the chance to contribute to community health but also a supportive environment that values professional growth. Enjoy competitive benefits, including free lab services for you and your dependents, work-life balance, and a sense of belonging in a diverse workplace. If you have a passion for patient care and problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free lab services for you and your dependents

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare laboratory specimens for patient care.
• Implement corrective actions and champion safety and compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Patient care

Analytical skills

Reading and writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Computers

Centrifuges

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer!

Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members!

Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?

You are a superhero when it comes to patient specimens. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the drive to keep things running smoothly. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.

Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Days: Monday - Friday

Full-time/Benefit Eligible

In this role, you will:

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored.
• Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
• Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and PPE requirements.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

All you need is:

• 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 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 production.

We’ll give you:

• Appreciation for your work.
• A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people.
• Opportunity to grow in your profession.
• Free lab services for you and your dependents.
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match.
• A sense of belonging – we’re a community!

We also want you to know:

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift:

Job Category: Laboratory Operations

Company: Pathology Watch Inc.

Sonic 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.