Laboratory Assistant

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Salary Range: $16.00 - $36.00Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Join the lab team in providing exceptional patient care and gain valuable medical skills, while playing a critical part in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!

Schedule:
• Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (1-hour lunch break)
• Every 3rd weekend rotation; Rotating holidays
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare laboratory specimens and related supplies in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines
• Ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of laboratory data
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Assist in the onboarding and training of new team members
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall laboratory operations
Ideal Candidate:
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and established protocols
• Reliable, professional, and committed to quality
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory setting
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Laboratory Assistant = No certification or previous experience required ($16.00-25.50)
Senior Laboratory Assistant = Requires active phlebotomy certification ($17.00-26.50)
Pathology Technician = Bachelor's degree required in biology or related subject ($23.50-36.00)

Summary

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, collecting, preparing and processing specimens biological specimens.

Job Description

Assists in performing laboratory activities and other assigned tasks. Aids in preparing laboratory specimens and supplies. May be responsible for entering laboratory orders and results. Ensures the accuracy and quality of laboratory data in a safe and professional work environment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Educational Development Diploma (GED) preferred.



Completion of a formal phlebotomy program, phlebotomy experience, and experience in a laboratory-related field preferred. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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