Assistant, Laboratory

The Laboratory Assistant supports laboratory personnel with daily accessioning, performs pre-analytical processing of specimens, and handles a variety of clerical duties. Responsibilities include data entry for all specimens, processing written/electronic physician requests for routine or STAT tests, ensuring proper handling of patient specimens, identifying or documenting situations that may impact test performance, and performing miscellaneous department duties as assigned.Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; previous laboratory experience preferred; knowledge of medical terminology and computer applications preferred; ability to handle multiple requests and phone calls.