Laboratory Assistant

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Laboratory Assistant? At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Portsmouth Regional Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Assistant like you to be a part of our team.

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Job Summary and Qualifications

• Collects blood from patients of all ages as required by physician orders including difficult patients. Accessions lab orders as appropriate. Processes blood to prepare for testing in all laboratory areas. Performs Point of Care testing. Responds to phone inquiries in a timely manner and is a resource to others.  
• SPECIFIC ELEMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
• Know policies, procedures and practices necessary to perform a variety of blood drawing procedures with a very high skill level using standard techniques and equipment Able to answer questions regarding specimen requirements and laboratory processes 
• Able to research special tests and problems 
• Know policies, procedures and practices necessary to perform specimen processing duties(centrifugation, batching from offsite locations, aliquoting and special shipping as appropriate and maintaining specimen integrity through compliance with transport/storage requirements) 
• Able to perform point of care testing 
• Responds to requests for emergency service in a timely manner, able to manage multiple conflicting priorities and direct others as needed 
• Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on patient care, the work unit, the department, and facility operations. 
• Maintains excellent working relationships with coworkers within and outside of the laboratory 
• Makes decisions and establishes priorities for specimen collection and processing based on established policies and procedures. Works in an independent manner Can function without supervision 
• Maintains clean work station. Manages inventory efficiently being aware of levels and outdates of materials, rotates stock, eliminates waste 
• Demonstrates initial and annual competency in phlebotomy, specimen processing, and waived and moderate complexity testing as POC or in the Lab, including all computer related functions
•  Able to train others in most functions of the job and develop advanced skills in others 
• Performs and documents various quality control and equipment maintenance procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations 
• Knows the regulations and can explain the requirements to others 
• Able to troubleshoot identified issues 
• Organizes workload to meet the needs of the institution. Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting within the assigned shift and according to required TAT Able to work independently and as part of a team to meet these goals, directing others if needed 
• Adheres to hospital policy for reporting patient safety issues, including errors. Consistently “Puts Patient Safety First” when performing job duties or providing care.
•  Able to document occurrences and participates in improvements to patient care 
• Meets Health stream requirements and exceeds continuing education requirements
•  Shares information with group and encourages professional growth within the department Performs all other duties as assigned 

EXPERIENCE:1-3 YEARS

EDUCATION:GED/HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• High School Graduate / GED

At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, you're not just joining a hospital—you’re becoming part of a mission-driven team that’s redefining healthcare excellence across the Seacoast region. As a 240-bed acute care facility in Portsmouth, NH, we proudly serve communities throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts. We’re the only hospital in the area to be recognized as an ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and we offer a robust heart and vascular program—giving our team the opportunity to work at the forefront of life-saving care.

As part of the HCA Healthcare family, you’ll be supported by one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems, with a strong presence in New Hampshire that includes four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites. Here, nearly 5,000 colleagues—including 1,500 nurses and 1,000 affiliated physicians—collaborate to deliver exceptional care and innovation every day. Whether you're at Portsmouth, Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Parkland Medical Center in Derry, Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, or one of our emergency facilities in Seabrook, Dover, or Plaistow, you’ll find a culture that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Laboratory Assistant opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.