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Laboratory Assistant

Russellville, Arkansas

Req ID 300706 Post Date Apr. 01, 2025 CategoryTechnical & Diagnostic Services FacilitySaint Mary's Regional Health System
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Laboratory Assistant
Job Type: PRN

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Saint Mary’s 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including cardiology, gastroenterology, endoscopy, women’s services, intensive care, inpatient rehab services, medical imaging, sleep medicine, pulmonology and urology. At Saint Mary’s, we continually invest in technology to deliver a comprehensive range of services that set us apart as a leader in healthcare for the River Valley.

Where We Are:
Russellville, overlooking 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River, is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.


Why Choose Us:
·    Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
·    Competitive Paid Time Off 
·    Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
·    Personal and career development education opportunities
·    And much more…


Position Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Assistant will perform basic laboratory duties to include phlebotomy, along with other specimen collection, and waived testing.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for ordering, processing, and distributing laboratory specimens;
Duties also include: Review of pending reports, manifests, etc. for outstanding lab results; assisting other lab personnel with specimen storage and retrieval, ensuring Turn Around Times (TATs) are met; and maintaining inventory for phlebotomy services, reference lab supplies, and departmental office supplies.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy including closely monitoring all aspects of the job and continually checking processes and tasks is required. Must possess accurate keyboarding skills and the ability to do data entry in a fast paced environment.
  • Basic math, interpretive and analytical skills are required. Information collection and management, attention to detail, along with the ability to work under pressure are required in this position. 
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

EEOC Statement:
Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local la

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