Microbiology Lab Technician — Part-Time, 20 hrs/week

St. Elizabeth Healthcare; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage within 30 days

Paid time off

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, KY is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support specimen processing and basic CLIA-waived testing.

This role involves handling specimens, preparing them for analysis, and assisting technologists under supervision. Responsibilities include receiving and logging specimens, transporting materials, and maintaining equipment, while following safety and universal precautions.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or GED is required.
• CLIA Section 493.1421 requirements.
• Computer literacy and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, packages, labels, and sends out specimens per procedures.
• Performs waived and moderate complexity testing as defined by CLIA.
• Receives, logs in specimens from various sources and transports to respective sections.
• Maintains instrument readiness and supports technologists as needed.
• Follows universal precautions and safety policies; adheres to regulations.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Human relations

Education

HS diploma or GED

CLIA Section 493.1421 requirements

Job description

St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, KY is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support specimen processing and basic CLIA-waived testing.

This role involves handling specimens, preparing them for analysis, and assisting technologists under supervision. Responsibilities include receiving and logging specimens, transporting materials, and maintaining equipment, while following safety and universal precautions.