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Lab Assistant Job ID:

308856

Location:

Kansas City Region, KS Posted:

2026-09-18

Category:

Lab Specialty:

Lab Assistant Type:

Temporary Pay Rate:

$18.00 - $18.00 / Hour Apply For This Job Overview Join a dynamic healthcare environment as a Lab - Lab Assistant, where your precision and attention to detail will support vital laboratory functions. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to quality patient care while developing your laboratory skills in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities Sort and receive specimens in the laboratory department Perform routine instrument maintenance on laboratory equipment Carry out tasks such as centrifuging specimens, printing labels, and recording data including temperature charts Store and retrieve specimens as needed Prepare reagents and media for testing processes Prepare specimens at workstations for testing, including building worklists, aliquoting samples, and checking for clots or fibrin Perform inoculation and slide preparation as part of testing procedures Carry out quality assurance and control duties as assigned Resolve pending specimen lists and locate missing samples Decontaminate work areas and perform weekly radioactive wipe tests Maintain proper records and files for laboratory documentation Change gas cylinders and dispose of biohazardous materials following safety protocols Follow all PPE, safety regulations, and departmental procedures Utilize laboratory computer systems and operate PCs for data entry and record keeping Required Skills Ability to establish and manage work priorities Strong attention to detail and accuracy in laboratory tasks Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently Good communication skills to interact courteously with coworkers and external customers Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and safety standards Additional Skills & Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required Medical assistant training is helpful Math and science coursework preferred No prior laboratory experience required; on-the-job training will be provided Must be able to work first shift hours Ability to retain information and perform tasks with consistency Take this opportunity to develop your laboratory skills while supporting essential diagnostic services. Join a team committed to precision, safety, and quality patient outcomes.

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