Lab Assistant

Job Summary

The Laboratory Assistant at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for obtaining accurate and adequate blood samples in a timely and confidential manner. The assistant will also assist in properly charting tests, perform secretarial duties such as answering telephone lines, filing, and monthly report gathering, and ensure adherence to general safety and infection control standards. The role involves extensive communication with various personnel, including inter and intra‑departmental employees, physicians, their office personnel, and the public.

• Obtains accurate and adequate blood samples in a timely, confidential, cost‑effective manner.
• Assists in proper charting of tests.
• Secretarial duties include answering telephone lines, filing, and monthly report gathering.
• Adheres to general safety and infection control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned while demonstrating willingness, ability, and team spirit to provide optimal customer satisfaction.
• Attends required in‑services, performance improvement activities (including Excel), and other educational programs.

Education
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Work Experience
Previous experience in a clinical laboratory setting is preferred.

Required Skills
Knowledge of laboratory procedures, specimen collection, and basic safety requirements.

Preferred Skills
Experience with customer service and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Seniority Level Entry level
• Employment Type Full‑time
• Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care