Laboratory Assistant

Summa Health

Wadsworth (OH)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Theft Protection

Daily Pay

Education Assistance

Job summary

Summa Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for on-site work in Wadsworth, OH. This role performs routine laboratory tests, initial sample preparation, specimen collection, and clerical tasks to support daily operations.

The position requires a high school diploma and offers exposure to healthcare settings with potential for growth within the Summa Health system. Regular employees enjoy competitive benefits and a structured work environment.

Qualifications

High School Diploma required.
Six months of clerical/detail-oriented experience; healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine laboratory tests and initial sample preparation.
Collect specimens and distribute samples to work areas.
Perform clerical functions as needed.

Skills

Population Competency

Biohazard awareness

Confidentiality

Visual Acuity & Dexterity

Communication of results

Mobility between units

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Laboratory Assistant (Job ID: 60334)

Location: Wadsworth - Rittman, 195 Wadsworth Rd, Wadsworth, OH 44281

Employment Type: Regular Employee

Pay: $19.23/hr - $23.08/hr

Pay (USD): USD 19.23 - 23.08

Summary: Performs a limited number of routine laboratory tests and initial sample preparation, collects specimens, distributes samples to work areas, and performs clerical functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Formal Education Required: High School Diploma
Experience and Training Required: Six (6) months experience with exposure to clerical/detail oriented tasks; Prior experience in healthcare preferred
Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
- Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity
- Must work in bio-hazardous areas where exposure to bacterial contamination may occur
- Must maintain the confidentiality of test results
- Must have near visual acuity and manual dexterity sufficient to operate microscopes and other equipment requiring fine adjustment
- Must be able to communicate, verbally or in writing, test results to physicians and nursing units
- Must be able to move with efficiency between lab sections and nursing units
- Skill in use of computers or ability to acquire such skills to operate application packages used by department
- Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the customer service policy
Level of Physical Demands: Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.