Hoag·Newport Beach, California
The Laboratory Assistant verifies, processes, and prepares specimens for clinical, reference, and point-of-care testing. They are also responsible for communicating results to customers, performing equipment maintenance, and handling administrative duties.
The Laboratory Assistant I projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct, and supports the laboratory and Hoag’s mission. Maintains current knowledge of departmental updates, policies and procedures. Uses initiative to resolve problems with appropriate action and follow through, including documentation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.
For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.
Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.
Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.
https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/ [https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/].
Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. A baccalaureate degree including science courses is preferred.
Market context
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