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Laboratory Assistant

Trinity Health·Grand Rapids, Michigan

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 23 hours ago
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About the role

The Laboratory Assistant supports medical technologists by collecting, processing, and preparing patient specimens for testing. They are also responsible for maintaining lab equipment, managing patient data in the LIS, and ensuring quality control.

Employment Type

  • Full time
  • Shift:
  • Day
  • Shift
  • Description: A hospital lab assistant acts as the backbone of a clinical laboratory. They support medical technologists and pathologists by collecting, processing, and preparing patient specimens (like blood and urine) for testing, maintaining lab equipment, and managing patient data. A comprehensive breakdown of the core responsibilities, requirements, and work environment for this role includes:
  • Core
  • Responsibilities
  • Specimen
  • Collection &
  • Prep: Perform phlebotomy (blood draws) and instruct patients on providing other samples. Receive, label, centrifuge, and distribute samples to the correct testing departments.
  • Data
  • Management: Accurately enter patient information and test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
  • Lab
  • Maintenance: Sterilize and clean lab equipment, glassware, and work areas to prevent contamination. Track inventory and stock testing supplies.
  • Quality
  • Control: Monitor temperatures of storage units, calibrate instruments, and report any discrepancies in test results.

Communication

Field inquiries from nursing units, doctors' offices, and patients regarding specimen requirements and test status. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

The role requires the ability to perform blood draws and instruct patients on sample collection. Candidates must be capable of maintaining a sterile environment and accurately managing laboratory data and inventory.

  • Quality Control
  • Inventory Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • Data Entry
  • Patient Communication
  • Sterilization
  • Specimen Collection
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Trinity Health

With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people...

Salary listed on 1,674 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Michigan lab assistant roles stay steady

Laboratory Assistant openings in Michigan are often tied to hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs that need reliable support for routine testing and specimen handling. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already know general lab equipment, computer systems, and high-volume workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show your reading, writing, and analytical skills plus any hands-on lab experience.

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