Precision Lab Assistant—Phlebotomy & Diagnostics Support

CommonSpirit Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing by collecting, preparing, and processing patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue) for various tests.

The role requires basic lab knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Responsibilities include labeling, centrifuging, reagent prep, equipment upkeep, and data entry; on-site work in a hospital lab environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CA Phlebotomy Technician License required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• Fire Safety Card required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and aliquoting.
• Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Perform routine lab tasks such as washing glassware and preparing culture media.
• Assist with data entry and record-keeping with regulatory compliance.
• Support laboratory supervisor with assigned tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient care awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Technician License (CA PHLEB)

AHA BLS Certification

Tools

Centrifuge

Sterilization Equipment

Laboratory Reagents Prep

Job description

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing by collecting, preparing, and processing patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue) for various tests.

The role requires basic lab knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Responsibilities include labeling, centrifuging, reagent prep, equipment upkeep, and data entry; on-site work in a hospital lab environment.