Medical Lab Assistant - Impactful Support in Diagnostics

Washington-Regional-Medical-Center; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Regional Medical System, located in Northwest Arkansas, seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support Medical Laboratory Technicians and Scientists under the supervision of the Laboratory Director. The role focuses on accurate specimen handling, labeling, preparation, and efficient processing to maintain turnaround times.

Responsibilities include assisting with phlebotomy, answering inquiries about specimen requirements, keeping a clean work area, and maintaining compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Laboratory Assistant certification preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represents the laboratory as a model of the institution's mission and values.
• Verifies accuracy of patient and specimen information 100% of the time.
• Examines specimens for adequacy and appropriateness.
• Labels specimens and prepares aliquots with 100% patient identification.
• Receives and processes specimens swiftly to meet turnaround goals.
• Assists with inquiries about specimen requirements, stability, and turnaround times.
• Assists with phlebotomy as needed.
• Maintains a clean work environment and sanitizes benchtops and equipment.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Laboratory Assistant certification

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

Washington Regional Medical System, located in Northwest Arkansas, seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support Medical Laboratory Technicians and Scientists under the supervision of the Laboratory Director. The role focuses on accurate specimen handling, labeling, preparation, and efficient processing to maintain turnaround times.

Responsibilities include assisting with phlebotomy, answering inquiries about specimen requirements, keeping a clean work area, and maintaining compliance with safety and