Laboratory Assistant PRN

HCA Healthcare • Round Rock, TX

5d

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant performs technical and clerical functions in the laboratory, including phlebotomy, specimen processing and transport, microbiology plating, histology assistance, preparation of specimens for referral to other laboratories, and reporting and document filing. The role includes collecting venous and capillary specimens appropriate to specific age groups, maintaining accurate patient and sample identification, and supporting laboratory operations and outpatient collection services.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience performing hospital phlebotomy if the primary responsibility is phlebotomy.

Nice To Haves

• Formal phlebotomy training from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary collection appropriate to specific age groups.
• Collect, process, and transport specimens.
• Identify the appropriate tubes, containers, transport media, and storage temperature for each test type.
• Ensure positive identification of each patient and their specimens.
• Keep collection trays and the outpatient collection area neat and well stocked.
• Process specimens for various laboratory subdepartments.
• Assist in microbiology by plating cultures, setting up antigen detection assays, performing quality control, and completing maintenance checks.
• Assist in histology by performing basic procedures and routine maintenance and helping track specimens.
• Prepare specimens for referral to other laboratories.
• Answer phones, relay messages, and transfer patient test results.
• Distribute reports to Health Information Management, physicians, and clients.
• Maintain records of outpatient standing orders.
• Complete reporting and document filing.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
• Free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan and flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Legal counseling and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED