Laboratory Aide (FT 40 Hours)

This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and womens health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.

We are looking for a Laboratory Aide (40 Hours per week) in our Elmwood Park, NJ location.

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

Position Summary:

The Laboratory Aide provides support for the clinical laboratory to ensure that testing may be performed in a timely manner. This also includes ensuring that the laboratory environment remains clean and safe.

Position Responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Locate, retrieve, and transport specimens as needed.
• Generate, distribute, and monitor worksheets and pending reports.
• Map samples promptly after testing is completed.
• Store samples, capped or tightly covered, with parafilm in designated storage areas, with
  utmost consideration to maintaining specimen integrity, safety, easy retrieval, and
  organization.
• Provide assistance to Lab Techs in any area when necessary.
• Remove and/or discard expired samples from storage area as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace at all times.
• Maintain a well-organized work area with adequate supplies.
• Maintain documentation of assigned functions as required.
• Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment Compliance Procedure.
• Comply with both corporate and department policies and procedures.
• Escalate any/all issues or questions through appropriate channels.
• Escalate any/all issues or questions to a Lead, Supervisor or Manager.
• Attend department trainings and meetings and interacts in two way communication to assist
  in process improvement.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills.
• Familiar with sample requirements, test requests, and medical terminology a plus.
• Lab work experience. Preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Physical Demands:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Sitting, standing, and/or walking for hours.

BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer.