Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
The Laboratory Assistant supports the patient care process by ensuring laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored. The role requires recognizing when corrective action is needed and implementing effective solutions, while championing safety, compliance, and quality control. Work takes place in a laboratory environment involving biological hazards and required personal protective equipment (PPE). The position has routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI); employees must maintain strict confidentiality and follow applicable privacy and security standards, accessing PHI only as needed for job duties. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position in Reno, Nevada, scheduled for 40 hours per week on the first shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
- Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of related experience in a clinical laboratory, data entry, or production.
Responsibilities
- Process, prepare, route, and store laboratory specimens properly.
- Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
- Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of PHI and access it only when required to fulfill job duties.
Benefits
- Free laboratory services for the employee and dependents.
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Opportunity for professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
