Lab Assistant

Job ID: 106615 Date posted: December 03, 2020

Sharp HealthCare
Outreach Lab
Laboratory Jobs
Variable
Per Diem

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Responsibilities

Summary

The Laboratory Assistant will perform data entry and laboratory specimen processing; organize and process orders and support the Sharp Experience to provide excellent customer service. Performs clerical functions related to patient reception. Checks working materials inventory, including expiration dates, and demonstrates ability to evaluate consumable levels to prevent shortages and expired supplies, and alerts ordering personnel in a timely manner. Works in a team environment and also be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Sharp Laboratories consist of 5 full service Hospital Laboratories, a Pathology Core Lab and 15 Patient Service Centers (Satellite Draw Stations). Lab disciplines include Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Pathology, Blood Bank and Outreach. Our leadership team promotes wellness, real time reward & recognition, flexible scheduling and work/life balance. We are proud to have a team of very committed and highly performing employees! We have empowered our team to create innovative ways of providing patient-centered care, such as our unique Drive-Thru Phlebotomy service and incorporating aromatherapy and hand massage into our practice to create a healing environment for our patients. These innovative services have received numerous awards from our organization and Planetree. Take you career to the next level with Sharp HealthCare’s Clinical Lab Services!

Location

Variable assignment to all acute care hospital laboratories and outreach patient service centers (PSC), San Diego County

Hours

4-hour and 8-hour variable day and evening shifts; including every other weekend

This is a Per Diem position

Required Skills and Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
Excellent direct customer service, communication and critical thinking skills
Computer skills, data entry proficiency

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

College coursework in Chemistry or Biology
One year recent experience in a clinical laboratory
Specimen handling and transporting experience

Sharp HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other protected class.