Laboratory Assistant 1

St. Luke's Health System•Twin Falls, ID

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens and/or for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. Performs simple tasks and tests under direct supervision. This role involves transcribing laboratory testing orders, ensuring specimens are properly identified, labeled, collected, and stored, and basic specimen processing. The assistant will distribute or track specimens to the appropriate areas of the laboratory for testing and may perform Point of Care Testing (POCT). They will explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions, handle basic patient complications, and escalate patient concerns. Compliance with personal protective equipment requirements and maintaining a safe and clean working environment are essential. The role may also include patient registration or courier services.

Requirements

High school Diploma or equivalent.
0 years’ experience.
Basic knowledge of specimen collections from individuals of varying ages, diverse physical and mental disabilities, and health conditions.
Basic specimen processing.

Nice To Haves

None

Responsibilities

Transcribe laboratory testing orders efficiently and accurately.
Ensure specimens are properly identified, labeled, collected, and stored.
Basic specimen processing.
Distribute or track specimens to the appropriate areas of the laboratory for testing.
May perform Point of Care Testing (POCT), (if applicable to site).
Explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding, and to reduce patient anxiety.
Handle basic patient complications and escalate patient concerns to leadership.
Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
May register patients or provide courier services.
Performs other duties as assigned.