Laboratory Assistant

LabTech Diagnostics; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

LabTech Diagnostics is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support testing personnel with specimen processing and laboratory tasks. This role involves following strict safety and confidentiality protocols, maintaining organization, and ensuring compliance with laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Medical assisting course completion preferred.
• Proficient in data entry and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests as instructed by a supervisor.
• Maintain policies regarding patient confidentiality.
• Prepare and organize laboratory workstations.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Knowledge of laboratory procedures

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Completion of medical assisting course

Job description

Objective

Laboratory assistants work alongside the testing personnel and assists with the processing and testing of specimens in the laboratory.

Essential Functions

• Perform tests as instructed by a supervisor
• Maintain all laboratory policies and procedures regarding patient confidentiality and privacy
• Complete tasks in an organized and timely manner
• Follow all Universal Precautions
• Wear the required uniform and safety protection equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and lab coats while working in designated areas
• Maintain onboarding and annual training on Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, OSHA, First Aid, and all required safety manuals
• Follow procedures for specimen collection, accessioning, and distribution
• Computer proficiency for data entry and accuracy in Life Points
• Clean and organize the stations and specimen storage areas
• Stock inventory upon delivery and break down boxes
• Assure biohazard waste is weighed prior to pick-up
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Completion of medical assisting course preferred
• Daily tasks involving walking, standing, reaching, lifting, and bending
• Acuity working with multiple laboratory machines and equipment
  
  

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EMPLOYEES AT-WILL AND ARE FREE TO LEAVE LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON OR FOR NO REASON AT ALL. AS A CORRESPONDING RIGHT, LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS HAS THE SAME RIGHT TO TERMINATE AN EMPLOYEE AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON OR FOR NO REASON AT ALL.