Lab Assistant

TridentCare•Middletown, CT

37d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for various tasks related to specimen processing and preparation in a laboratory setting. The Lab Assistant will ensure accurate labeling and tracking of specimens, prepare them for testing, and manage shipments to offsite laboratories. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and adherence to safety protocols.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent GED
Ability to work under minimal supervision and independently
Strong communication skills in writing, responding and speaking
Ability to problem solve and research alternatives

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical (laboratory) terminology helpful

Responsibilities

Upon specimen arrival, properly mark the location of testing for each ordered test on the accompanying requisition.
Ensure that the correct specimen was collected for each test ordered, and that the tube types submitted are written in the left margin of the requisition.
Ensure that the patient’s full name, date/time of collection, and phlebotomist’s P number are filled in on the requisition, and that the specimen bar codes (with appropriate letter prefix) are placed on all patient specimens.
Inform a facility and fill out appropriate paperwork if a redraw is needed due to QNS PT & PTT, missing or incorrectly spelled name on requisition or specimen, mislabeled accession number and/or name, or specimen not received.
Properly centrifuge all appropriate specimens for correct times to ensure adequate serum or plasma for required testing.
Package coolers for shipment of specimens to offsite laboratories (weight of cooler ranging from 20 – 40 lbs).
Create air bills for flight shipment.
Communicate through company email to offsite laboratories regarding summary of flight information.
Route in-house specimens to correct lab benches for testing.
Route reference lab specimens, with a copy of the requisition, to the reference lab desk for inclusion into the TridentCare Sample Tracker.
Wear proper Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times to protect the processor from any infectious material.
Performs other duties assigned.