Leader - Lab Assistant

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health¿s Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. Here, you¿ll have the opportunity to serve patients in a supportive environment, providing high-quality care while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living.

Role Overview

As a Leader- Lab Assistant, you will lead a shift or team in performing pre-analytic and post-analytic specimen and order processing. Your role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of laboratory procedures and support services. You will train and oversee other lab assistants, fostering a competent and efficient team that delivers reliable results for patient care.

What You Will Do

• Lead a shift or team in pre-analytic and post-analytic specimen and order processing. • Train and mentor other lab assistants to ensure competency in laboratory procedures. • Oversee staff in performing routine laboratory procedures and support services. • Ensure adherence to established procedures and protocols in the assigned laboratory section.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent. • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate clearly. • Demonstrated reliability and self-starter attitude. • High level of competency in performing all Laboratory Assistant duties relevant to the assigned location. • Competence and experience in pre-analytic specimen activities, including teaching and mentoring others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with medical terminology. • Experience with laboratory services.