Job Summary: The Lab Assistant performs non-professional routine laboratory tests or procedures and assists with complex laboratory tests. The work may involve performing the preparation, dispensing and sterilization of media, as well as the preparation and sterilization of glassware. Work is subject to shift assignment and may involve acting in a lead capacity over subordinate staff. Does related work as required. Responsibilities: * Receives, opens and sorts mailed and hand delivered specimens for diagnostic examinations. * Dates and time stamps all request slips. * Numbers specimens and request slips with laboratory work number. * Enters all specimens and pertinent specimen-patient data into accession book