Medical Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing Pro

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing by collecting, preparing, and processing a wide range of specimens (blood, urine, tissue) for analysis.

You will work with advanced technology and maintain accuracy and a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will ensure patient identification, communicate with staff, assist the department's workflow, handle specimen distribution, and manage send-out testing and packaging for

Qualifications

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire.
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 90 Days.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect, prepare, and process patient specimens for diagnostic tests.
• Ensure patient identification and maintain courtesy in all interactions.
• Support department workflow and foster teamwork among staff.
• Process specimens into the lab and route to testing areas.
• Handle specimen send-out testing and packaging for external laboratories.
• Use good judgment and seek help when needed.

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

Job description

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing by collecting, preparing, and processing a wide range of specimens (blood, urine, tissue) for analysis.

You will work with advanced technology and maintain accuracy and a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will ensure patient identification, communicate with staff, assist the department's workflow, handle specimen distribution, and manage send-out testing and packaging for