Night Shift Lab Assistant II | Glassware & Lab Prep

Alameda Health Sytem; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System is seeking a Lab Assistant II for the Oakland site, supporting HGH Clinical Laboratory during the night shift. The role involves cleaning glassware, preparing materials, performing routine tests under supervision, and handling records with a focus on accuracy and safety.

Ideal candidates have Laboratory Assistant experience, ability to work with autoclaves and centrifuges, and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• One year as a Laboratory Assistant I, or two years full-time lab experience preparing media, acids and reagents and sterilizing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean glassware and utensils; maintain a clean and orderly lab.
• Prepare routine materials and specimens for testing; perform certain tests.
• Operate steam autoclaves, distillation equipment, centrifuges, and glassware washer.
• Collect blood samples by venipuncture or skin puncture under supervision.
• Maintain lab records, prepare reagents, and handle laboratory supplies.

Skills

Lab procedures

Venipuncture

Record keeping

Cleaning & sanitation

Tools

Autoclaves

Centrifuges

Glassware washer

Job description

Alameda Health System is seeking a Lab Assistant II for the Oakland site, supporting HGH Clinical Laboratory during the night shift. The role involves cleaning glassware, preparing materials, performing routine tests under supervision, and handling records with a focus on accuracy and safety.

Ideal candidates have Laboratory Assistant experience, ability to work with autoclaves and centrifuges, and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced clinical setting.