Laboratory Assistant Specialist - Microbiology

Sonic Healthcare USA Inc.; Aiea (HI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lab services for you and eligible

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA in Aiea, Hawaii is seeking a dedicated laboratory support professional to join our team and contribute to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 2 years of lab setting experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle data entry tasks. A Bachelor of Science degree is preferred and associates with growth opportunities within our network.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of Lab Setting experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Bonus: 2+ years of laboratory training or experience in specimen collection and processing.
• Bachelor of Science degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care.
• Collect/prepare non-blood specimens.
• Ensure proper specimen processing, labeling, and test ordering.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Lab setting experience

Communication skills

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Laboratory training (2+ yrs)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science degree

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! 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 and Work Details

• Location: Aiea, Hawaii
• Status: Full-time
• Day/Hours: TBD
• Base hourly pay: $23.34 to $25.67 D.O.E.

In this role, you will:

• Provide exceptional patient care.
• Collect/prepare non-blood specimens.
• Ensure proper specimen processing, labeling, and test ordering.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

All you need is:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of Lab Setting experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Bonus points if you've got: 2+ years of laboratory training or experience in specimen collection and processing
• Bachelor of Science degree

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 eligible dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help save for retirement with a 401(k) that includes a generous company match
• A sense of belonging - we are 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.

Job Schedule

• 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.