Laboratory Assistant (Full Time) - Hilo Medical Center, Hilo, HI

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Hilo (HI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading laboratory company as a vital member of the healthcare team. You will be responsible for ensuring the proper collection and processing of patient specimens while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to make a real difference in patient care.

Benefits

Free lab services for you and your dependents

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laboratory specimens are appropriately collected, processed, and stored.
• Implement effective solutions for corrective actions.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

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 well-being of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

Location: Hilo HI

Status: Full-time

Days/Hours: TBD

Base hourly pay rate: $19.74 to $21.71

In this role, you will:

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure laboratory specimens are appropriately collected (including phlebotomy), 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 provide routine access to protected health information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality and abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when required to fulfill job duties.

In 2008 Clinical Labs of Hawaii became a member of Sonic Healthcare Ltd . Sonic is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Since its establishment in 1987, Sonic Healthcare has grown to become the world's third-largest pathology/laboratory medicine company with operations in eight countries. Sonic's success stems from the belief that a global culture of Medical Leadership leads to the delivery of outstanding medical services. Learn more about our medical leadership, values, and foundation principles below.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Job Category:

Laboratory Operations

Company:

Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP

In 2008 Clinical Labs of Hawaii became a member of Sonic Healthcare Ltd . Sonic is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Since its establishment in 1987, Sonic Healthcare has grown to become the world's third-largest pathology/laboratory medicine company with operations in eight countries. Sonic's success stems from the belief that a global culture of Medical Leadership leads to the delivery of outstanding medical services. Learn more about our medical leadership, values, and foundation principles below.

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.