Laboratory Assistant - overnight

Sonic Healthcare USA; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA is seeking a full-time Laboratory Assistant for overnight shifts. This entry-level role is vital to patient care, focusing on laboratory specimen processing, compliance, and quality control. The position offers professional growth opportunities and competitive benefits, while ensuring a community-oriented atmosphere.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Free lab services for employees and dependents

Work-life balance with Paid Time Off and Holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Community-oriented environment

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Process, prepare, and store laboratory specimens.
• Recognize and implement effective solutions for corrective actions.
• Champion safety and compliance in a laboratory environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Computers

Job description

Join to apply for the Laboratory Assistant - overnight role at Sonic Healthcare USA.

This is a full-time, entry-level position in the research, analyst, and information technology job function within the hospitals and healthcare industry.

In this role, you will:

1. Perform a vital part of the patient care process by ensuring laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored.
2. Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
3. Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and PPE requirements.
4. Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Requirements include:

• 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 telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms.

Bonus points if you have:

• 1-2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory, data entry, or production.

What we offer:

• Appreciation for your work and a sense of satisfaction helping people.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Free lab services for you and your dependents.
• Work-life balance with Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings with a 401(k) plan and company match.
• A community-oriented environment.

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on safeguards and are expected to maintain confidentiality and abide by privacy and security standards.