Laboratory Assistant

Job Title: Accessioner I / Lab Assistant

Job Description

The primary role of an Accessioner I is to process laboratory samples efficiently and accurately. This position involves working closely with other laboratory professionals to catalog various patient specimens, such as blood, urine, or tissue, primarily focusing on blood samples. The work performed by lab professionals is crucial for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage all specimens for clinical testing.
• Manage clinical information within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) database.
• Perform internal audits of clinical charts.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure testing accuracy.

Essential Skills

• Laboratory experience, particularly in accessioning.
• Experience as a lab assistant or phlebotomist with sample preparation experience.
• Data entry proficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AS or BS degree in biological sciences preferred.
• Proven attention to accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.

Work Environment

The position is located in a diagnostic laboratory setting. The work schedule is 9pm to 5:30am Monday to Friday with a 15% shift differential and mandatory overtime on the weekends. The lab offers career advancement opportunities and training programs across multiple locations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of PHOENIX, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in PHOENIX,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

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Salary : $18 - $19