Laboratory Support Assistant (LSA)
The Laboratory Support Assistant supports the daily operations of the clinical laboratory by performing specimen-processing, administrative, and other laboratory support activities under appropriate supervision. The LSA helps ensure specimens move efficiently from receipt through the testing workflow while allowing licensed laboratory personnel to focus on clinical testing and result reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Receive, accession, label, sort, and route patient specimens.
Verify specimen and requisition information and identify discrepancies for escalation.
Prepare specimens and laboratory materials for testing within the scope permitted for the position.
Assist with specimen storage, retrieval, retention, and disposal.
Maintain laboratory supplies, inventory, and workstation readiness.
Assist with laboratory documentation, data entry, and record maintenance.
Support specimen handoffs from couriers and affiliated urgent care centers.
Maintain clean and organized laboratory work areas.
Follow established SOPs, safety requirements, infection-control practices, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Escalate specimen, documentation, or workflow issues to licensed laboratory personnel as appropriate.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; prior clinical laboratory, specimen-processing, accessioning, or healthcare experience preferred. Must be able to work accurately in a fast-paced environment and follow established laboratory procedures. This position performs laboratory support functions and does not independently perform, interpret, or report high-complexity patient testing.
Working Conditions
Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to follow established laboratory procedures
- Ability to stand and sit for extended periods, with some bending and stooping
- Manual dexterity for clinical requirements
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Prior clinical laboratory, specimen-processing, accessioning, or healthcare experience
What We Do
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