Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System·Spartanburg, South Carolina
The Laboratory Technical Assistant is responsible for accessioning patient specimens, processing samples for testing, and loading them onto automated analyzers. They also manage laboratory inventory, perform instrument maintenance, and ensure the accurate issuance of blood products.
Core Job Responsibilities
Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families, and visitors ranging in age from fetus to geriatric.
Must be able to perform instrument maintenance, and the loading of patient samples and RBC units onto instruments for testing.
Must be able to maintain inventory levels (blood, reagent, supplies) within the department with all associated ordering, tracking, and documentation.
Must be able to accurately perform blood component visual inspection for acceptance and issuance. Must be able to accurately issue blood products in a timely manner.
Must be able to maintain accurate records.
Must be able to accurately track and validate the bi-monthly blood supplier invoices.
Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position while responding calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
Must be able to work as a team member, demonstrating good interpersonal skills.
Must be able to communicate professionally with physicians, management, and associates.
Must be able to maintain stocked workbenches for the technical associates.
Whiles these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary. Exposure Level 1 Category I - Position includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. 0 Category II - Position includes tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned category I tasks. 0 Category III - Position includes tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. This position would never be required to perform category I tasks.
Market context
In South Carolina, administration roles in healthcare settings often stay active because clinics and health systems need staff who can keep programs, records, and daily operations organized. These positions are competitive when candidates pair a bachelor’s degree with relevant program experience and comfort working in a clinical environment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to show program coordination experience and readiness for physical tasks such as lifting up to 15 lbs.
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