Laboratory Assistant II: Specimen Processing & Data Entry

CO125 Nebraska Methodist Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,000 sign on bonus

Tuition assistance

Academic sponsorship with Methodist Co

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II at Nebraska Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE. The role supports Specialists by receiving specimens, performing accessioning, data entry, and transport within the laboratory.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely test results, maintaining quality standards, and communicating with staff on specimen requirements. A high school diploma is required; two years of college science courses are preferred, with MLT certification

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; CAP surveyors require it.
• Two years of college science courses preferred.
• National MLT certification preferred.
• Ability to type 35 wpm and use a computer for data entry.

Responsibilities

• Process patient specimens and prepare them for analysis in a timely, accurate manner.
• Enter patient information and test orders into the computer system.
• Communicate specimen requirements and orders with hospital staff.
• Handle inbound inquiries by phone, email, or in person and follow up as needed.
• Maintain PPE guidelines and ensure accuracy in specimen handling and storage.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

10-key

Computer skills

Organization

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Specimen handling

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

2 years of college science courses preferred

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II at Nebraska Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE. The role supports Specialists by receiving specimens, performing accessioning, data entry, and transport within the laboratory.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely test results, maintaining quality standards, and communicating with staff on specimen requirements. A high school diploma is required; two years of college science courses are preferred, with MLT certification