Lab Assistant II

Job Description

Performs routine technical and clerical functions. Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine technical and clerical functions to include specimen registration and billing.
• Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens.
• Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned.
• Will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.
• Will assist in microbiology processing and plating specimens, as requested.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Skills Required:
  • Interpersonal skills to interact in a professional and competent manner using effective listening, verbal and written communications with patients, clients, laboratory colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
  • Service orientation actively looking for ways to care through respect, courtesy, empathy and warmth when communicating with patients and clients.
  • Aware of response to others by using feedback, listening skills, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
  • Team-work skills contributing to departmental success.
  • Operate basic laboratory equipment, computers and medical software.
  • Accurate data entry into medical software.
  • Attention to detail to verify relevant data and process specimens ensuring appropriate specimens are handled, packaged and shipped to the designated laboratory according to established protocols and specimen integrity.
  • Understands the pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens.
  • Correct application of laboratory medical terminology and measurements.
  • Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks and accomplish work accurately and timely.
  • Demonstrates problem solving by taking the appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
  • Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Experience: 1 year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
  • Certification/Registration: Phlebotomy certification where State law requires
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Education: Associate degree in the laboratory or medical-related field from an accredited institution
  • Experience: Basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience.
  • Certification/Registration: Completion of formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar

About Us

Embark on a rewarding career with Abrazo Central Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Abrazo Central Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

Abrazo Central Campus has provided hospital care in Central Phoenix since 1963. As a 221-bed acute care and teaching hospital, we offer a complete range of healthcare services including emergency care, family medicine, cardiology and more. Join our team!

Job Info

• Job Identification View phone number on click.appcast.io
• Job Category Ancillary
• Posting Date 05/21/2026, 02:37 AM
• Degree Level High School Diploma/GED (11 years)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations Abrazo Central Campus (On-site)
• Assignment Category Full Time