Lab Assistant

**Overview**

CHI Health Lakeside is West Omahas only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body mind and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world we provide a full range of services including: maternity cancer and surgery care as well as diagnostics and emergency services.

**Responsibilities**

We can’t express enough how important our lab staff is to our mission and calling! In the lab you will be assisting with a variety of procedures. You will be receiving and preparing for the tests as they come in! If you are someone looking to join an amazing culture and community, then we want to talk to you!

**Some of what you’ll do:**

+ Collects, transports, receives, prepares and accurately tests biological specimens using procedures consistent with safe work practices and proper laboratory technique while maintaining integrity of specimens.

+ Performs waived and moderate complex testing as allowed by CLIA regulations.

+ Critically evaluates specimen integrity. Ensures that lab results fit clinical context for each individual patient’s specimen. Immediately reports testing outside of normal parameters to authorized testing personnel. Communicates and documents test status and results in a timely manner to clinical personnel involved in patient care.

+ Maintains and operates test systems for optimal performance; collaborates with tech or technician to resolve technical issues.

**Qualifications**

Education/Licensure:

High School Diploma or GED is required.

1 year lab experience preferred.

**Pay Range**

$15.49 - $21.30 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.