Lab Assistant II

Conifer Health Solutions • Glendale, AZ

22h

About The Position

The Lab Assistant II performs routine technical and clerical laboratory functions, including specimen registration and billing, receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens, and phlebotomy duties as assigned. The role also performs CLIA-waived laboratory tests and assists with microbiology specimen processing and plating as requested. Other related tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
• Phlebotomy certification where required by state law.
• Professional interpersonal, listening, verbal, and written communication skills for interacting with patients, clients, laboratory colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
• Service orientation, including respectful, courteous, empathetic, and warm communication.
• Teamwork skills that contribute to departmental success.
• Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment, computers, and medical software.
• Accurate data entry into medical software.
• Attention to detail when verifying data, processing specimens, and ensuring specimens are handled, packaged, and shipped according to protocols and specimen-integrity requirements.
• Understanding of pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens.
• Correct application of laboratory medical terminology and measurements.
• Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks accurately and timely.
• Problem-solving ability, including taking appropriate action regarding questionable findings or concerns.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a laboratory or medical-related field from an accredited institution.
• Basic laboratory computer or laboratory information system experience.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine technical and clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing.
• Receive and distribute laboratory specimens.
• Perform phlebotomy duties as assigned.
• Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests as requested.
• Assist with microbiology specimen processing and plating as requested.
• Complete other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED