Laboratory Assistant

Are you in search of a fulfilling and meaningful position? Do you want to work for an organization that promotes growth and development?

Here at Men's Health Foundation, we envision a world where inequity and stigma do not separate people from healthcare.

"Reimagining Healthcare" is our commitment to affirming the unique experience of every patient. We prioritize our patients’ evolving needs and strive to help each patient feel comfortable, understood, and respected.

Why Men's Health Foundation?

Men's Health Foundation is seeking compassionate, mission-driven individuals. We believe that by reimagining how healthcare is delivered, we can help create greater health equity for those most at risk, breaking down barriers to care. We welcome all backgrounds, gender identities, and expressions.

• We recognize our staff as the heart of our organization and seek to provide a generous and competitive benefits package to support our employee's well-being. We offer the following:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD insurance (may be eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire)
• 11 Paid Holidays + 1 mental health day
• 401(k) Retirement plan (may be eligible for employer matching up to 4% following completion of 90th day of employment)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 40 hours of sick pay (following completion of 90th day of employment)
• 120 hours of PTO accrued within the 1st year of employment

We seek team members who embrace and champion diversity, as our work within the LGBTQ+ community promotes positive sexuality and inclusivity. Candidates should be comfortable with exposure to imagery, events, and materials that reflect our culture of acceptance and expression, ensuring alignment with our values.

Job Description

Overview

• The candidate will assist in coordinating all daily functions of the Clinical Laboratory and ensure high-quality patient care in compliance with CLIA and California Department of Health requirements.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to receiving, processing, and accessioning biological specimens.
• Assigning computer-generated identification numbers, verifying accuracy, and recording all processed patient information.
• The candidate will also assist in operating laboratory instruments, performing preventative maintenance, running quality control specimens, and loading and unloading patient samples independently and under the supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).