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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lab Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Assistant, you need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and often an associate degree or relevant coursework in science. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), standard lab equipment, and proper sample handling techniques is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for this role. These skills ensure accurate results, maintain lab safety standards, and support smooth laboratory operations.

What are some common challenges faced by Lab Assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Lab Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines, maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols, and ensuring the accuracy of data collection. To manage these effectively, it's important to stay organized, communicate proactively with supervisors and colleagues, and remain attentive to details when handling samples or preparing equipment. Many labs offer training on safety and procedures, so taking advantage of these resources can help new hires adapt quickly and perform confidently in their roles.

What are lab assistants?

Lab assistants are professionals who support scientists, researchers, or instructors by preparing laboratory equipment, conducting routine experiments, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. They may also be responsible for recording data, managing supplies, and ensuring that safety protocols are followed. Lab assistants work in various settings, including educational institutions, research facilities, hospitals, and private laboratories.

What is the difference between Lab Assistant vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab AssistantMedical Laboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingAssociate degree in medical laboratory technology or related field
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labsHospitals, diagnostic labs, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with sample collection, prepare specimens, maintain lab equipmentPerform complex tests, analyze samples, report results
Industry UsageCommonly used in healthcare and research settingsPrimarily in medical diagnostics and healthcare

While both roles support laboratory operations, Medical Laboratory Technicians perform more advanced testing and require specialized education. Lab Assistants typically handle basic tasks and support lab staff, making them entry-level positions in healthcare labs.

Do workers at Sharp HealthCare get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
44% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Does Sharp HealthCare pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
84% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

At Sharp HealthCare, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
74% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Sharp HealthCare affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
97% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Sharp HealthCare?

Most people get paid time off work.
86% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 12% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 65% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Sharp HealthCare worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do Sharp HealthCare workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
86% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Sharp HealthCare workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
79% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Sharp HealthCare?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
75% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do Sharp HealthCare managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Sharp HealthCare do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
92% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Sharp HealthCare?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
86% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Sharp HealthCare good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
86% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Sharp HealthCare feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
87% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Sharp HealthCare get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
90% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Sharp HealthCare?

Some people feel stressed out here.
62% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Sharp HealthCare enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
89% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Sharp HealthCare recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
35% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Sharp HealthCare?

Most people got enough training when they started.
90% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 91 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Sharp HealthCare?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 78 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Sharp HealthCare’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
70% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Sharp HealthCare is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
70% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
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Nuclear Medicine/PET/CT Technologist - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Part-Time (0.5) - $5,000 Sign-O...

Nuclear Medicine/PET/CT Technologist - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Part-Time (0.5) - $5,000 Sign-O...

Sharp HealthCare

La Mesa, CA • On-site

$53.57 - $69.12/hr

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Sharp HealthCare rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 99 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Hours:
Shift Start Time:
Variable
Shift End Time:
Variable
AWS Hours Requirement:
8/40 - 8 Hour Shift
Additional Shift Information:
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
On-Call Required:
Yes
Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):
$53.570 - $69.120 - $77.410
This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.
This position was originally posted to ratified SEIU members from 6/25/2025 to 7/2/2025. The position is now available to be filled by internal candidates that are not members of the ratified Bargaining Unit or External candidates to Sharp.
This position is eligible for the following hiring incentives:
  • $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • $2,500 Relocation
  • $1,000 Employee Referrals

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:
  • Current Sharp employees
  • Rehires/Reinstates that are rejoining the organization less than 12 months from last date of employment with Sharp HealthCare

To remain eligible for your sign on incentive, the following criteria must be met:
  • Must remain in original hired FTE status and shift (if specified in offer letter)
  • Must remain in original department
  • Must remain in original job title
  • Transfers to a non-bonus eligible department or position may result in forfeiting your remaining incentive bonus.

Relocation incentive: Candidate must be moving 100 miles or greater from hiring location.
Employee Referral Incentive Eligibility:
  • Referral must list the name of the Sharp employee that referred them on the job application.
  • External referrals only
  • If referring a former Sharp employee - must be more than 12 months since their last date of employment with Sharp HealthCare at the time of referral.

What You Will Do
The Nuclear Medicine (NM) and Dual Mode Single-photon Emission Computerized Tomography (SPECT) and Dual Mode Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Technologist is responsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under the direction/supervision of the Radiation Safety Officer and Physician Authorized Users. Assist physicians with performing and viewing of NM and PET/CT procedures by preparing and positioning patients for scanning, prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, and operates nuclear medicine instruments, nuclear medicine imaging equipment to include SPECT, SPECT/CT and PET/CT imaging equipment. Is responsible for using radiation safety practices and performing the required quality control procedures on all nuclear medicine equipment. Procedures performed include preparation, administration, documentation and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals with strict adherence to the principles of radiation safety, the conditions of the Radioactive Materials License and all California State and Federal regulatory requirements. Assist staff with providing care to patients who have been administered radiopharmaceuticals and the safe and appropriate disposal of radioactive waste.
Required Qualifications
  • Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school for Nuclear Medicine technology that meets the requirements for the State of California and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
  • AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
  • California Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board -REQUIRED
  • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technology (N)(ARRT) - ARRT OR NMTCB Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board -REQUIRED
  • Certified Computed Tomography (CT)(ARRT) - ARRT OR Certified Computed Tomography Technology NMTCB(CT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board -REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications
  • 2 Years Experience in radiology.

Other Qualification Requirements
  • Certified Computed Tomography (CT)(ARRT) or Certified Computed Tomography Technology NMTCB(CT) is required within 90 days of hire date.

Essential Functions
  • Customer Service
    Provide patients, families and colleagues with excellent customer service skills.
    Practice the use of AIDET (acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation and thank patient) with each encounter with a patient.
    Provide service recovery in the event that the patient or family's expectations have not been met.
  • Documentation
    DOCUMENTATION, TRACKING, AND BILLING
    Accurately and timely completes required documentation in the RIS (Radiology Information System).
    * Complete screening documents and scan documentation into RIS or PACS.
    * Document pregnancy status, radiation dose and other clinical indications as appropriate.
    * Document and bill for supplies and/or contrast as appropriate.
    * Enter correct billing codes and modifiers as appropriate.
    Demonstrate competency in utilization of computer applications including RIS, PACS, voice recognition, teleradiology, and their downtime procedures as necessary.
    Communicate equipment, employee, supply, adverse incidents, and Workers' Compensation issues to Lead/Supervisor in an appropriate period.
  • Patient Education
    Provides information and education of the procedure to the patient and family.
    Provide the patient with instruction and reassurance during the procedure.
    * Screen and document patient's pregnancy status and radiation protection efforts.
    * Describe effects of contrast administration.
    * Provide pre and post procedure education.
    Provide patient, families and staff with education and training regarding radiation safety and waste precautions based upon the procedure and radiopharmaceutical administered.
    Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension.
    Provide the use of a chaperone as may be requested or appropriate for patient's needs, culture and sensitivity of exam.
    Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.
  • Quality of Care
    QUALITY OF CARE - MANAGING PATIENT HEALTH INFORMATION - Demonstrates commitment to providing safe, efficient quality care.
    Consistently follows patient verification procedure.
    * Use of two patient identifiers.
    * Verification of order (electronically or written prescription).
    * Accurately associate the patient to their images and ordered procedure.
    Review the reason for the procedure and appropriateness of exam.
    * Escalate inconsistencies and/or discrepancies with ordering clinician.
    * Document when orders are changed and/or modified based upon commination with ordering practitioner.
    Ensure employee/patient confidentiality is protected and restricted to private area(s) and appropriate person(s).
    Consistently participates and document the Universal Protocol (patient verification, side/site marking and time-out) as appropriate.
    Assists Radiologist with procedure(s) and exam preparation demonstrating competency with sterile technique, hand hygiene and infection prevention.
    Provide care to patients as needed based upon their nurse's assessment of their condition.
    * Participate in hand-off communication when accepting and delegating responsibility to a different provider or level of care.
    * Communicate and escalate changes in the patient condition to the appropriate level.
    * Initiate life savings measures as appropriate.
    * Use closed loop communication to be assured that your communication is understood and/or you understand.
    Follow safe patient mobilization procedures, moving and lifting procedures.
    * Verify patient's mobility assessment to determine needed lift equipment.
    * Safety select and operate the appropriate mobilization equipment based upon the patient's mobility assessment.
    * Assure patient safety utilizing straps or side rails while positioned on procedure tables.
    * Refrain from rushing and wait for assistance when additional support is appropriate.
    Use special needs resources (translation, phone services) to accurately communicate with patients and their families that speak another language or have hearing/speech disorders.
    Navigate patient's electronic medical record for history, pre and post procedure communication, code status, Advanced Directive and clinician order prior to exam.
  • Quality of Exams
    QUALITY IMAGING PROCEDURES - Perform high quality NM and Dual Mode SPECT and PET procedures and patient care in compliance with department policies, procedures and guidelines.
    Perform all NM, SPECT CT and PET CT procedures and safety operate equipment associated with the procedures.
    Understand NM and CT protocols, parameter selection criteria and how to optimize scan parameters based upon the patient and/or procedure.
    * Demonstrate knowledge of patient centering, scouting and gantry isocenter for optimal imaging and radiation dose.
    * Understand Axial and Helical scanning.
    * When deviating from pre-programed protocols understand and determine how scans range, pitch, noise index, phantom, mAs, Kv, detectors and field of view changes affect the image quality and radiation dose.
    * Use appropriate protocol based upon patients age, size and body habitus using Image Wisely/Image Gently Training.
    * Acquire and transmit the appropriate number of series and post processing reformate images determined by the type of protocol and procedure.
    * Include the appropriate number of series and post processing reformat images determined by procedure type.
    * Remove obstructive clothing, jewelry, implanted devices per Imaging Department Policy and procedure.
    * Secure valuables and implanted devices for safekeeping.
    Understand and document radiation dose parameters and how changes in the protocols affection radiation dose delivered.
    * Review estimated/projected CTDI and DLP prior to scanning the patient to determine if values meet established guidelines.
    * Compare scanning parameters against the pre-programmed parameters to ensure nothing has been inadvertently changed/altered.
    * Document radiation doses that exceed Notification Values (NV).
    * Immediately report any radiation doses that are deemed reportable as determine in department policy and procedure.
    Accurately and timely transfer images from modality to PACS and/or appropriate network destinations.
    * Accurately select correct patient/procedures from the modality worklist.
    * Accurately identify and annotate images and series.
    * Confirm images are available in PACS for Radiologist/Clinician viewing.
  • Radiation Safety
    RADIATION SAFETY AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS - Follow all radiation safety, State and Federal regulatory requirements and conditions of the Radioactive Material License (RAML).
    Adhere to all regulatory requirements for the safe practice of NM stated in the RAML and California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 17, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 10 section 20 and 10 CFR 35.
    Use radioactive isotopes in accordance with policy and procedure, protocol within scope of practice.
    * Confirm the order, delivery, storage and decay of isotopes under the direct supervision of an Authorized User identified on the RAML.
    * Record use and disposition of radioactive material in Nuclear Medicine Information System (NMIS) permanent record.
    * Apply radioactive decay calculations to determine the required value or activity necessary in accordance to the activity prescribed by the Authorized User.
    * Appropriately label isotope for administration.
    * Verify the prescribed activity prior to administration of the dose.
    * Document in the patient's electronic medical record waste precautions.
    * For isotopes requiring blood withdrawal and re-injection, follow established procedures with labeling and verification prior to re-injection.
    * For therapeutic procedures, verify and confirm the written directive.
    Understand and practice excellent radiation safety and ALARA principles.
    * Screen patients prior to radiation exposure including contra-indications associated with pregnancy status, radiation shielding and/or protection.
    * Provide documentation of screening compliance with pregnancy status and radiation dose parameters.
    * Wear personal and ring dosimeters and lab coats at all times while in radiation areas.
    * Complete daily surveys to ensure that the environment is free from possible radioactive spills and/or contamination.
    * Participate in entity and system-wide Radiation Safety Committees.
    Perform equipment testing, calibration, maintenance and infection prevention per manufacturer's guidelines and department policies and procedures.
    * Perform and document daily, weekly, monthly, bi-annual and annual quality control (QC) as required.
    * Perform normal start up, shut down procedures, daily system calibrations and tube worm-up as required.
    * Knowledge of emergency patient removal from gantry and locations of all emergency stops and shutdowns.
    * Perform and document equipment calibration, testing and quality control as required.
    * Follow equipment disinfection procedures between each patient use.
    * Initiate and document equipment repair/maintenance as required.
    Provide for the security and monitoring of radioactive material, waste and decaying procedures.
  • Staff Training and Professional Development
    Assists in the training and orientation of new employees, cross training of existing employees and student technologists. Assist with completing new employee orientation and training checklists.
    Provides feedback of student's progress to Clinical Instructor through competencies and evaluations.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.
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Sharp HealthCare is a leading healthcare organization based in San Diego, CA, in the US. Founded in 1955, it serves as a critical part of the California healthcare industry, providing a wide range of medical services. The company owns and operates several hospitals, medical groups, and health plans, offering comprehensive healthcare solutions to the residents of San Diego County. The organization's mission is to improve the health of those it serves with a commitment to excellence in all that it does. This commitment is driven by its core values, dubbed "The Sharp Experience," which emphasizes understanding, empathy, and respect towards every individual.

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Year founded

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