Laboratory Assistant
Trinity Health•Grand Rapids, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
A hospital lab assistant acts as the backbone of a clinical laboratory. They support medical technologists and pathologists by collecting, processing, and preparing patient specimens (like blood and urine) for testing, maintaining lab equipment, and managing patient data. A comprehensive breakdown of the core responsibilities, requirements, and work environment for this role includes:
Requirements
- Phlebotomy skills
- Experience with Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Ability to sterilize and clean lab equipment
- Inventory management skills
- Instrument calibration knowledge
- Strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- Perform phlebotomy (blood draws) and instruct patients on providing other samples.
- Receive, label, centrifuge, and distribute samples to the correct testing departments.
- Accurately enter patient information and test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
- Sterilize and clean lab equipment, glassware, and work areas to prevent contamination.
- Track inventory and stock testing supplies.
- Monitor temperatures of storage units, calibrate instruments, and report any discrepancies in test results.
- Field inquiries from nursing units, doctors' offices, and patients regarding specimen requirements and test status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
