Laboratory Assistant I: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Sharp HealthCare; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I in Oceanside, CA. The role covers specimen collection, handling, and processing, with clerical support and inventory tasks in a busy clinical laboratory.

The candidate will assist Clinical Laboratory Scientists with automated, semi-automated, and manual procedures while maintaining safety and infection control standards. CPT I/II certificates are required or education-equivalent credentials.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Excellent professional communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collections, including venipuncture and capillary sticks.
• Process and transport specimens to appropriate laboratory sections.
• Enter tests in the LIS and assist in instrument setup and maintenance.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

CA CPT I

CA CPT II

Associate's Degree in life sciences

Job description

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I in Oceanside, CA. The role covers specimen collection, handling, and processing, with clerical support and inventory tasks in a busy clinical laboratory.

The candidate will assist Clinical Laboratory Scientists with automated, semi-automated, and manual procedures while maintaining safety and infection control standards. CPT I/II certificates are required or education-equivalent credentials.