Laboratory Technician

Position Summary

The Laboratory Assistant supports the daily operational, logistical, and administrative functions of the laboratory. This includes accessioning patient requisitions and specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), coordinating specimen courier and overnight shipping operations between the central laboratory and off-site locations, maintaining laboratory inventory and purchasing, and supporting laboratory administrative processes. The Laboratory Assistant collaborates with laboratory leadership and staff to support accurate and timely specimen handling and to contribute to process improvements related to laboratory operations.

Union Status: This is an hourly, non-exempt position. This position is union-eligible.

Cultural Awareness

Associates are expected to demonstrate ethical and cultural awareness aligned with PPGOH’s In This Together ethos by:

• Treating all individuals with respect, empathy, and dignity
• Protecting confidentiality and sensitive information
• Valuing diverse cultures, identities, and lived experiences
• Seeking to understand the communities we serve and delivering inclusive, culturally responsive services
• Supporting equitable access to the highest attainable standard of health for all, regardless of background or identity
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

Specimen Accessioning

• Accessions patient requisitions and specimens using the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  
  

Shipping and Courier Coordination

• Coordinates courier and overnight shipping (FedEx) communications and operations between the central laboratory, shipping vendor representatives, and practice managers at off-site locations
  
  

Inventory and Purchasing

• Maintains laboratory inventory and submits orders to purchasing
  
  

Laboratory Administration and Support

• Supports laboratory administrative processes, including patient reporting
• Supports ancillary laboratory duties as assigned
• Follows laboratory policies and procedures
  
  

Other Duties As Assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Superior customer service skills
• Motivated learner
• Attention to detail
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
  
  

Work Schedule and Availability

This role requires availability during core business hours of 8a.m. through 5p.m. Eastern Time and requires occasional work during evenings and weekends based on operational needs, project timelines, or system implementations.

Travel Requirements

Travel may be required based on operational needs. The ability to travel within the service area is required; a valid driver's license and proof of insurance may be required.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

Work is primarily performed in a health center or clinical office environment with regular interaction with patients, staff, and the public. Regular and timely attendance at in-person and/or virtual meetings, trainings, and events is required. Occasional travel between assigned sites within the service area is required. The role requires prolonged periods of standing, walking, and computer use and may involve frequent interruptions and time-sensitive demands. Work involves exposure to confidential or sensitive information. Adherence to patient privacy and safety standards is required. Schedules will include evenings and Saturdays based on health center hours, patient needs, and operational requirements.

Planned Parenthood is an equal opportunity employer and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks to be performed when circumstances change.