Clinical Laboratory Assistant I

CentraState Healthcare System•Freehold, NJ

8d•$16 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center, located in Freehold, NJ, currently has an employment opportunity available for a Part-Time Clinical Lab Assistant, Day Shift. The Clinical Lab Assistant, under the direct supervision of the laboratory supervisor, provides widespread support across laboratory departments by ensuring timely processing of lab specimens and performing various assigned tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
2 years related experience required.
A strong customer service focus with the ability to develop effective working relationships, required

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory or equivalent, with demonstrated proficiency in patient registration, specimen handling, medical terminology, and laboratory information systems preferred.
Medical terminology experience preferred.
Experience performing healthcare patient registration preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs patient registration and test ordering, verifies patient information, ensures timely specimen handling, and resolves processing issues to maintain accuracy and efficient workflow.
Evaluates and prepares specimens for testing, ensuring proper labeling, distribution, storage, and processing according to established guidelines.
Assists technical Team Members by performing duties assigned in loading of samples, performing maintenance.
Operates laboratory equipment according to procedures, troubleshoots issues or contacts support, documents temperatures, and maintains a clean, organized workspace as required.
Monitors and manages supply inventory, checks expiration dates, stores received items and keeps the storage areas clean and organized.
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software applications for job-related functions.
Assists with training of new team members or students as required.
Completes mandatory continuing education.
Follows PPE protocols and ensures a clean, safe workspace.
Follows all approved standard operating policies and procedures

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
Continuing Education / Onsite Training
A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits