Multimodality Clinical Lab Assistant – Apprenticeship Path

TriCore Reference Laboratories; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TriCore Reference Laboratories in New Mexico is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant able to work independently with guidance as needed. The role offers exposure to multiple modalities and on-call duties, with paid apprenticeship consideration for candidates without experience.

Regular in-person attendance during scheduled hours is essential. Primary responsibilities include sample handling, clerical tasks, and maintaining confidentiality while providing quality patient care and support to the

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; certification preferred (ASCP or equivalent).
• Completion of a CLSA program or related training preferred.
• Eligible to work in a health care facility; clean background per NM rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintain supplies and inventory for departmental functions.
• Observe students and/or new staff as needed.
• Handle hospital communications and on-call responsibilities.
• Demonstrate effective telephone and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and staff information.
• Participate in and maintain coverage for holidays, evenings and weekends as needed.
• Perform clerical tasks including documentation of critical communications.
• Assist in department with basic PC tasks and data entry.
• Support training and competency assessments of modalities.

Skills

General phlebotomy

Communication

Teamwork

Basic PC skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

ASCP certification (preferred)

Clinical Lab Assistant program (preferred)

Job description

TriCore Reference Laboratories in New Mexico is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant able to work independently with guidance as needed. The role offers exposure to multiple modalities and on-call duties, with paid apprenticeship consideration for candidates without experience.

Regular in-person attendance during scheduled hours is essential. Primary responsibilities include sample handling, clerical tasks, and maintaining confidentiality while providing quality patient care and support to the