Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Laboratory Assistant supports daily operations in the anatomical laboratory by performing pre-analytical, analytical support, and administrative tasks. This role ensures accurate specimen handling, timely processing, and adherence to quality and safety standards to support patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, accession, and label patient specimens accurately
- Sending out materials for ancillary testing, consultations, and second opinions.
- Maintain proper documentation and data entry in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Coordinating follow-up appointment dates with patient charts and MAs.
- Assist with transcription, inspection preparations, and other data entry.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment
- Support Laboratory Manager and Pathologist with clerical and operational tasks
- Answering calls from satellite offices.
- Filing tissue blocks, slides, and reports
- Off-site storage organization
- Assist in other lab duties as assigned by Lab Manager and Pathologist
- Follow all safety, infection control, and compliance guidelines (e.g., OSHA, CLIA, CAP)
Requirements
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- 1-2 years of Relevant Specimen collection/processing experience. (preferred)
- Associate degree in a science-related field (preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and terminology
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Basic computer proficiency (LIS/EMR systems preferred)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities
- Prior experience in a clinical or hospital laboratory (preferred)
- Experience with specimen handling and data entry (a plus)
- Administrative experience (preferred)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 20-30 pounds
- Manual dexterity for handling specimens and lab equipment
Work Environment
- Clinical laboratory setting
- Exposure to biological specimens and chemicals (PPE required)
Salary Description
$15- $20/hour