Laboratory Assistant

Pride Health is hiring a Lab Assistant to support our client's medical facility based in Lenexa, KS 66219.This is a 2-3 months assignment (Possibility of extension or conversion) opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!Job Details:Job Name: Lab AssistantLocation : Lenexa, KS 66219Duration : 2-3 months Contract (Possibilities of extension)Shift : Monday- Friday 8 am- 5 pmPay: $18-20/hr. on W2Job Details:The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background. Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting. All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. Job is complex and requires that employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client. The SPT I must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. Additionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of the SPT I is required. The SPT I will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer. Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement..Education:HS diploma or equivalent. Required Knowledge: Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing. Work Experience: No experience required but previous laboratory experience preferred. Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory. Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required. Previous experience in a production environment preferred.Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto ,home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.About Pride HealthPride Health is Pride Global's healthcarestaffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionalsand the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business thatdelivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing ondiverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, PrideHealth's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to helpconnect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approachwithin the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and openrelationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating anunparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAs a certified minority-owned business, PrideGlobal and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and PrideNow - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be anequal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identityor expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy,disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.