Assistant, Laboratory

Located in:
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849.

The Laboratory Assistant assists laboratory personnel in daily accessioning, performs pre‑analytical processing of specimens, and supports the department with various clerical duties.

• Receives, sorts, and accurately enters data for all specimens entering the laboratory.
• Receives and processes written or electronic requests from group physicians for routine or STAT laboratory tests.
• Follows appropriate handling requirements for patient specimens.
• Identifies and documents situations that may adversely impact test performance or result reporting and notifies management of the situation.
• Answers, screens, and directs phone calls received in the laboratory.
• Processes and files form requests, records, and related laboratory paperwork.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a laboratory preferred.
• Knowledge and skills: medical terminology and computer applications preferred; ability to handle simultaneous requests and phone calls; knowledge of laboratory procedures helpful.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with automatic employer contribution.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Voluntary short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Additional life insurance.
• Wellness programs.

Compensation range: $16.00/hour–$24.00/hour, based on role level, education, experience, and location.

Consensus Health is a physician‑owned and‑governed medical group based in New Jersey.