Laboratory Assistant

commonspirit· Laboratory Services
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an 1,045 bed facility located in the Texas medical center. A joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine, Baylor St. Luke’s is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. The hospital is home to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, a nationally-accredited and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. Our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests. To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
  • Practices positive patient identification at all times, in all job functions.
  • Practices HumanKindness and courtesy with all patient and co-worker interactions. Establishes and maintains good communication within the department and with other hospital departments.
  • Takes responsibility for the department workflow, assists all members of the team to maintain department workflow and efficiency. Creates an atmosphere by manner, work and deed that fosters teamwork and collaboration.
  • Processes specimen into the lab, organized for department distribution. Moves processed samples quickly to laboratory departments for testing.
  • Handles Laboratory Send-out testing. Processes, organizes, packing lists and packaging for testing sent to external laboratories according to procedures.
  • Uses good judgment when problem solving and requests help when needed.

Job Requirements

Required
  • High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
  • High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, within 90 Days
Preferred
  • Certificate Other Lab Assistant Program 6 months experience in an acute care facility, upon hire and
  • Certificate Other Phlebotomy program, upon hire

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Laboratory Assistant position at commonspirit?
The salary for this Laboratory Assistant role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Laboratory Assistant role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Laboratory Assistant role in the Laboratory Services department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Laboratory Assistant at commonspirit belong to?
This Laboratory Assistant position is part of the Laboratory Services department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Laboratory Assistant position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Laboratory Assistant job at commonspirit posted?
This Laboratory Assistant position at commonspirit was posted on Jun 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Laboratory Assistant
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