Lab Assistant - Core Lab

About the Team

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. is a regional, integrated laboratory system serving the eight hospitals of the Detroit Medical Center. Evolving since 1993, our facility provides a comprehensive suite of services including Core and Specialty Laboratories, a Centralized Stat Lab, a Centralized Blood Bank, and a robust outreach infrastructure with patient service centers and courier systems. We cover the entire Southeast Michigan market with a test menu of over 1,000 tests, sending less than 1% of our tests to outside reference laboratories.

At Tenet Healthcare, we believe in a diverse and inclusive environment grounded in our dedication to the health and well-being of all people. We are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment, delivering the resources, tools, and support needed to serve patients and customers in the best way possible. We embrace diversity because it is our culture and the right thing to do, fostering positive work environments that result in exceptional patient care.

About the Role

As a member of our team, you will work in a supportive and collaborative environment dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. You will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and interact with a healthcare community committed to our values of Safety for Life, Health for Life, Customer Service, Community Welfare, Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Effective Resource Use.

In this role, you will perform specific pre-analytical and post-analytical tasks with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Your day will involve prioritizing incoming specimens, processing patient samples in accordance with safety guidelines, and ensuring that critical tests are handled immediately. You may draw blood samples, verify patient identification, and generate labels for specimens. You will also be responsible for maintaining specimen integrity, entering and reviewing laboratory test data, and communicating with patients and healthcare professionals to answer routine inquiries.

Beyond technical duties, you will maintain a clean and organized work area, stock supplies, and perform routine equipment inspections and quality control checks. You may also assist with transportation duties, such as delivering specimens and reports, and handle various clerical tasks including scheduling appointments and maintaining records. This position is designed for someone who is self-monitoring and eager to communicate training needs to management to foster continuous improvement.

Hiring Process

We are looking for compassionate individuals who are ready to join a team that values high reliability and safety. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate behaviors that support our commitment to building a High Reliability Culture.

Equal Opportunity

Employment practices at Tenet Healthcare and its companies will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. We participate in the E-Verify program to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.