Position Overview

This role supports clinical laboratory operations by performing specimen collection, handling, and processing tasks. The Laboratory Assistant I works closely with Clinical Laboratory Scientists to carry out automated, semi-automated, and manual laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate and timely specimen management.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to safety and infection control protocols.
• Collect specimens via 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 instrumentation systems.
• Manage telephone communications, triage calls, take messages, and assist clinicians with report lookups as appropriate.
• Support reception and triage areas within the laboratory as needed.
• Order tests in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and verify orders with nursing or physician offices when necessary.
• Under 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 required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Minimum six months of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is advantageous.
• Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Education

• Meets educational requirements for California CPT Certification.
• Associate degree or equivalent in life sciences preferred.

Certifications

• Current California Certified Phlebotomy Technician credential required.

All candidates must successfully complete a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment. Compliance with regional COVID-19 vaccination mandates is required.