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Lab Assistant Specimen Processor Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Granger Medical

Lab Assistant - PRN

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$17/hr

We are looking for a friendly and professional Laboratory Assistant to join our lab team and ... Your experience in specimen processing, pleasant personality and desire to make a difference will ...

Granger Medical

Lab Assistant - PRN

Taylorsville, UT · On-site

$17/hr

We are looking for a friendly and professional Laboratory Assistant to join our lab team and ... Your experience in specimen processing, pleasant personality and desire to make a difference will ...

University of Utah

Lab Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional ... specimen handling techniques required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication ...

University of Utah

Lab Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$9.62 - $17.31/hr

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional ... specimen handling techniques required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication ...

Trinity Health

Clinic Lab Assistant

Bluebell, UT · On-site

The Clinic Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy and laboratory support services in an outpatient ... Prepares, labels, and processes specimens, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to ...

Trinityhealth

Clinic Lab Assistant

Bluebell, UT · On-site

The Clinic Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy and laboratory support services in an outpatient ... Prepares, labels, and processes specimens, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to ...

ARUP

Processing Tech I

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.33/hr

Sugar House Clinical Lab - 440 Primary Purpose: Upon completion of training program, works under ... Reads and signs the Specimen Processing Procedure Manual and Safety Manual. Attends Specimen ...

ARUP Laboratories

Processing Tech I

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.33/hr

Sugar House Clinical Lab - 440 Primary Purpose: Upon completion of training program, works under ... Reads and signs the Specimen Processing Procedure Manual and Safety Manual. Attends Specimen ...

Bannerhealth

$16 - $20/hr

This job performs both Clinical Lab Assistant and Outpatient Phelbotomy in a clinical setting ... processing. In doing so, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen ...

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What are common challenges lab assistant specimen processors face, and how can they be managed?

Lab Assistant Specimen Processors often encounter challenges such as handling a high volume of specimens during peak hours while maintaining accuracy and adhering to strict protocols. Managing time efficiently, staying organized, and double-checking labels can help minimize errors. Effective communication with laboratory technologists and phlebotomists is also essential for resolving discrepancies quickly. Adapting to new laboratory information systems and staying updated on safety procedures can further support success in this role.

What is the difference between Lab Assistant Specimen Processor vs Lab Technician?

AspectLab Assistant Specimen ProcessorLab Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training providedAssociate degree or certification in laboratory sciences
Work EnvironmentProcessing specimens in clinical or hospital labsPerforming tests and analyzing samples in laboratory settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labsMedical laboratories, research facilities, hospitals

The Lab Assistant Specimen Processor primarily handles specimen preparation and processing, focusing on sample labeling and organization. In contrast, Lab Technicians perform more complex testing and analysis. Both roles are essential in laboratory workflows, but Lab Technicians typically require more advanced education and skills.

What is a lab assistant specimen processor?

Lab Assistant Specimen Processors are healthcare professionals responsible for receiving, labeling, and preparing biological specimens—such as blood, urine, or tissue—for laboratory testing. They play a vital role in ensuring that samples are properly handled and documented to maintain accuracy and prevent contamination. Their duties often include data entry, operating laboratory equipment, and adhering to strict safety and confidentiality protocols. This role is essential for supporting laboratory scientists and ensuring timely and accurate diagnostic testing.

How do you become a lab assistant specimen processor?

To become a lab assistant specimen processor, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may receive on-the-job training. Some positions require basic knowledge of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and familiarity with laboratory equipment or specimen handling protocols.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a lab assistant specimen processor?

To thrive as a Lab Assistant Specimen Processor, you need attention to detail, basic laboratory knowledge, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring phlebotomy certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), barcode scanners, and safe specimen handling protocols is usually required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication help you excel in managing high-volume tasks and ensuring accurate sample processing. These competencies are crucial to maintain specimen integrity, minimize errors, and support efficient laboratory operations.
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Lab Assistant - PRN

Granger Medical Clinic & Associates

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Per diem

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Laboratory Assistant -PRN

Granger Medical has a Laboratory Assistant opening. Care is our mission. It's our shared vision. At Granger Medical Clinic, exceptional care comes from all of us. We are looking for a friendly and professional Laboratory Assistant to join our lab team and continue on working together to provide excellent patient care. Your experience in specimen processing, pleasant personality and desire to make a difference will be great asset to our team. The ideal Laboratory Assistant will have laboratory experience (phlebotomy, specimen processing, or laboratory assistant).

Location: Taylorsville

Schedule: PRN-Day and Evening shifts as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

  • Great communication with patients.

  • Enjoy working with others, being a team player and willing to help others with tasks.

  • Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Essential Functions and Duties:

  • Unpacks samples brought to the lab from other locations via courier, ensuring all samples are accounted for and all documents are complete, and scanning them into the LIS to mark them "Received"

  • Performs waived tests (Note: STAT tests do not take priority over unpacking the courier run, as performing tests is a secondary job duty. If the courier run is in the lab, MLTs and MTs of any level should run STAT waived tests)

  • Inoculates appropriate growth media with culture specimens

  • Cleans glass pipettes according to established laboratory protocols

  • Performs any work-related task assigned by MLTs or MTs of any level

  • Wipes countertops, tables, shelves, cabinets, external instrument surfaces etc. with appropriate wipes in order to keep them clean and free of dust

  • Helps organize lab space

  • Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

  • At least 1 year of laboratory experience.

  • High School Graduate or equivalent.

  • Previous Specimen processing, or equivalent, experience strongly preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Sedentary work, requiring lifting up to 10lbs

  • Inside, climate-controlled working conditions

Granger Medical Clinic offers competitive wages, potential for quarterly bonuses, and excellent benefits. Benefits include:

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • 401(k) with a Company Match, Profit Share, and Safe Harbor Contributions

Granger Medical Clinic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Granger Medical Clinic complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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