Laboratory Assistant
PRIDE HealthcarePride Health is hiring a Lab Assistant to support our client's medical facility based in Federal Dr, Greensboro NC 27410. This is a 3+ months assignment (Possibility of extension or conversion) opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!
Job Title: Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician)
Location: Federal Dr, Greensboro NC 27410
Pay Range: $17.20/hr (Based on Experience)
Schedule: 3rd Shift 9:00 Pm - 5:30 Am EST
Duration: 03+ months with possible extensions
Job Details:
The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background. Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting. All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. Job is complex and requires employees to have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clients. The SPT I must have the ability to learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change daily. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. Additionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of the SPT I is required. The SPT I will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer. Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.
Job Responsibilities:
Performed accurate data entry of laboratory orders, maintaining a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour
Processed and prepared specimens, including centrifugation, aliquoting, and proper labeling
Conducted pre-sort and A-station functions to ensure correct specimen routing and workflow efficiency
Managed specimen intake, verification, and distribution to appropriate laboratory departments
Ensured compliance with laboratory protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Maintained specimen integrity by following proper handling, storage, and transport procedures
Operated in a high-volume production environment while meeting strict turnaround times and quality standards
Communicated effectively with laboratory staff and other departments to resolve discrepancies
Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment, adhering to biohazard safety practices
Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changing workflows, schedules, and customer demands
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
Pride Global offers eligible employees' comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Pride Health
Pride-Health offers eligible employee's acomprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.