Laboratory Assistant

HCA Healthcare•Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant performs technical and clerical functions in the laboratory. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen processing and plating in microbiology, histology assistance, preparing specimens for referral to other laboratories, and reporting and document filing. The assistant collects, processes, and transports specimens; identifies appropriate containers, transport media, and storage temperatures; and ensures correct identification of patients and their samples. The position also supports microbiology and histology procedures and routine department operations, and handles laboratory communications, reports, and outpatient standing-order records.

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 correct tubes, containers, transport media, and storage temperatures for each test type.
Ensure positive identification of each patient and their respective samples.
Keep collection trays and the outpatient collection area neat and well stocked.
Perform specimen processing for various laboratory subdepartments.
Assist in microbiology, including plating cultures, setting up antigen detection assays, quality control, and 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 standing orders for outpatients.
Perform reporting and document filing.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
Free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and 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.
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.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.