Tenet Healthcare Corporation·Tucson, Arizona
The Lab Assistant III performs blood specimen collection, processes laboratory specimens, and conducts CLIA waived tests. They also supervise lab assistant staff and manage the registration, distribution, and shipping of pathology specimens.
Performs blood specimen collection, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested. Will process anatomic pathology and cytology specimens; assists pathologists and histotechs, as needed. Will supervise or lead lab assistant I and II positions, as requested.
Completes prioritization, receipt, registration and distribution of specimens. Has responsibility for sendout/reference lab shipping, tracking and billing. Will perform waived testing, as requested. Will assist with processing of anatomic pathology specimens including preparation of microscopic tissue slides, staining and specimen management, as requested
Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Established in 1961, St.
Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center.
The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units.
Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine.
Join our team!
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of laboratory experience or a formal phlebotomy training program. Phlebotomy certification is required where mandated by state law.
Market context
Arizona employers commonly look for lab assistants in hospital, clinic, and diagnostic settings, so demand is often tied to patient volume and lab throughput. This role is competitive because employers usually want a high school diploma, several years of lab experience, and phlebotomy certification where required; an associate degree and national phlebotomy certification can strengthen your application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your phlebotomy credentials and hands-on lab experience match the posting before applying.
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