Lab - Lab Assistant

Overview

Join a busy clinical laboratory environment where your attention to detail and commitment to safety are vital for accurate diagnostic testing. This Lab Assistant role offers an engaging opportunity to support laboratory operations, perform routine specimen processing, and contribute to quality assurance in a fast-paced setting. If you are organized, dependable, and eager to gain experience in a healthcare laboratory, this position is an excellent stepping stone in your allied health career.

Responsibilities

Sort and receive specimens in the laboratory department

Perform routine instrument maintenance on selected equipment

Prepare specimens for testing by building worklists, aliquoting, checking for clots or fibrin, and inoculating or slide preparation

Operate laboratory computer systems and PCs to record data and manage work processes

Prepare reagents and media as needed in the department

Conduct quality assurance and control duties, including resolving pending lists and finding missing samples

Decontaminate work areas and perform weekly radioactive wipe tests

Change gas cylinders and dispose of biohazardous materials following safety protocols

Maintain departmental records and files for compliance and tracking

Follow all PPE requirements and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment

Assist with specimen storage, retrieval, and other routine laboratory tasks

Required Skills

Ability to establish work priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently

Strong attention to detail and precision in routine laboratory tasks

Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

Basic computer skills and familiarity with laboratory information systems

Ability to work with biological specimens and adhere to safety procedures

Additional Skills & Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; medical assistant training is helpful

Math and science coursework preferred

No prior laboratory experience required; training provided

Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Availability to work scheduled shifts, punctuality, and full shift attendance essential

Candidate should be proficient in the English language – bilingual in Spanish preferred but not mandatory

Physical requirements include wearing lab coat, mask, goggles, gloves, and other protective gear as needed

Ensure your reliable work ethic and strong communication skills are matched with a desire to contribute meaningfully in a dynamic healthcare setting. If you thrive in organized, repetitive tasks and seek an entry-level role in laboratory operations, apply today.

About Us: All Medical Personnel streamlines hiring to get you back to the work you love. Established in 1990, our staffing business lines place locum tenens, travel nursing, allied health, and clinical laboratory professionals from coast-to-coast. We believe in focusing and uplifting the hiring process, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges you face. We are here to ensure each experience with us is simplified, elevated, and impactful, for you and your patient.

Please reference Job number: 298945