ASCP Certified Laboratory Assistant I

Position Overview

This role involves specimen collection, handling, and processing within a clinical laboratory setting serving the Pacific Northwest region. The Laboratory Assistant I supports laboratory operations by assisting with automated, semi-automated, and manual testing procedures under the supervision of Clinical Laboratory Scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to safety and infection control protocols.
• Perform specimen collections including venipuncture and capillary sticks.
• Process and transport specimens, including sorting, requisition entry, and distribution to laboratory sections.
• Centrifuge and aliquot specimens into appropriate containers.
• Enter blood culture bottles into blood culture instrumentation.
• Manage telephone communications, triage calls, take messages, and assist clinicians with patient report inquiries.
• Support reception and triage areas within the laboratory as needed.
• Order tests in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and verify orders with nursing units or physician offices when necessary.
• Under direct supervision, set up and load tests on instruments and perform limited function checks and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor inventory of reagents and supplies, restocking and organizing as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Certifications

Employment is contingent upon passing a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks. Compliance with regional COVID-19 vaccination mandates is required.