Temp Part-Time Lab Aide: Specimen Handling & Transport

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support pre-analytical and post-analytical lab functions and to maintain department inventory. Under supervision, you will assist with specimen transport, barcoding, and logging, helping ensure smooth workflow.

This role requires adherence to policies, safety practices, and strong teamwork. Hours may vary, and the position is temporary for roughly three months.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a clinical or laboratory setting preferred.
• Ability to follow procedures and safety rules.
• Efficient in basic clerical tasks and specimen handling.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente policies and applicable laws.
• Pre-analytical testing: bar coding, centrifuging, separating, mixing, logging and transporting specimens.
• Retrieves specimens for repeat testing and reports findings.
• Maintains orders and inventories for supplies in the assigned area.
• Transports laboratory reports to appropriate areas and prepares specimens for outside laboratories.
• Documents problems with specimens and maintains courteous relations with patients and staff.
• Follows directives from supervisors and seniors.
• May perform other duties as required.

Skills

35 wpm typing

On-the-job training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support pre-analytical and post-analytical lab functions and to maintain department inventory. Under supervision, you will assist with specimen transport, barcoding, and logging, helping ensure smooth workflow.

This role requires adherence to policies, safety practices, and strong teamwork. Hours may vary, and the position is temporary for roughly three months.