Lab Assistant - Path Lab - 1.0 FTE, 08-hr, Day Shift
Core
Accessioning, receiving, and processing patient specimens in a pathology laboratory while ensuring accurate data entry and timely distribution of results.
Role type
Lab Assistant (Pathology)
Builds
Patient sample processing and laboratory report distribution
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Specimen handling, Data entry, Medical terminology, Aseptic technique, Equipment operation, Inventory management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Laboratory computer systems, Pneumatic transport systems, Fax machines
Responsibilities
Accession patient information into the laboratory computer system; Receive and process patient samples via pneumatic system, couriers, or patients; Distribute processed samples and STAT requests to appropriate areas; Answer telephones and provide testing status updates; Prepare media, reagents, and glassware; Maintain work area cleanliness and supply inventory; Log and record data precisely; Provide orientation and training to new lab assistants.