Lab Assistant I

The Lab Assistant I will work in a high-volume, production-based environment, performing essential functions that support clinical laboratory operations and contribute to accurate diagnostic outcomes.

• Receive and sort clinical laboratory specimens
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis
• Perform data entry and/or scanning of specimen and patient information
• Ensure proper functioning of lab equipment and perform minor maintenance
• Troubleshoot specimen-related issues
• Replenish laboratory supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Complete record logs and administrative tasks as required
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for safety and quality
• Handle pathology support tasks including:
  
  
  
  • Filing slides
  • Filing blocks
  • Distributing pathology slides
  
  
  
  

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior experience in a medical, laboratory, or production environment preferred
• Comfortable handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify and process specimens
• Basic computer skills and data entry proficiency
• Strong attention to detail with multitasking ability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods
• Must pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Knowledge of medical terminology and quality control is a plus
• Strong customer service skills

• Standing for the majority of the shift
• High-volume, production-based pathology support environment
• Color vision screening required

• Full-time role (8 hours/day, 40 hours/week)
• Hepatitis B vaccination offered upon permanent conversion (optional based on titer/declination)
• Requires strong organizational skills and accuracy in handling slides and blocks