Lab Assistant
On-siteNashville, Tennessee, United States
EXPIREDNashville, Tennessee, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeBIOTECHEnterprise
Full TimeEnterpriseBIOTECH
Job Summary
Receive and sort clinical lab specimens, prepare samples for testing, and scan or enter patient data. Ensure all equipment functions properly through minor maintenance and troubleshoot specimen-related issues. Replenish test bench supplies, maintain a clean environment, and complete required logs while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures. This role operates in a high-volume, production-based setting at Ascension St Thomas West Hospital, requiring 1st shift coverage with every-other-weekend rotation.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 6 months or more medical or clinical industry work experience
- Comfortability with handling biological specimens
- Ability to accurately identify specimens
- Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
- High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
- Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed
- 1st shift; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m weekdays and every other weekend rotation
Desired Qualifications
- 1 years or more of medical/lab experience in a hospital lab setting
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