Laboratory Assistant

Shift: Monday - Friday (2:00pm - 11:30pm)

Summary: The Laboratory Assistant will assist the Molecular Departments in performing various procedures in COVID testing using laboratory equipment to facilitate production. Performs semi-skilled technical work.

Core Responsibilities in Molecular:

• Sorts, and receives specimens in the department
• Records the required information in laboratory logbooks, computer, specimen accession sheets, workflow drafts, etc., to ensure quality assurance of specimens
• Performs simple laboratory tasks of operating equipment, printing extra labels, recording data, and specimen storage and retrieval and other clerical duties as assigned
• Aliquot samples in a certified hood
• Prepares reagents for laboratory procedures as directed in the procedure manual and under the direct supervision of a certified technologist
• Performs various housekeeping and/or maintenance tasks to keep laboratory and equipment in clean and operable condition
• Maintains department inventory and orders supplies as needed
• Participates in QA activities as assigned
• Resolves pending lists
• Find missing samples
• Maintains files for department records
• Disposes of biohazardous material according to established procedures
• Completes training and competency checklists as needed
• Prepares and organizes written data, printouts, and other documents for CLS review

Additional Responsibilities (may be assigned):

• Maintains or assists in maintaining inventory of the department, common lab, general office
• Assists management and technical staff with administrative duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned by department Supervisor or Manager or Lead Technologist
• Sends and receives cases to and from satellite laboratories
• Reports problems concerning individual cases, tests, equipment and supplies to laboratory supervisor or lead technologist to ensure timely resolution
• Loads, runs and unloads some automated testing procedures
• Assists with department quality improvement or safety program
• Assist in operating automated equipment per SOP
• Assists in reagent and solution preparation
• Read and understand all SOP’s related to the department and adhere to all department rules and protocols
• Maintain laboratory in a clean, functional site, as well as leaning or performing / scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance, as requested
• Attends departmental meetings and company in-service trainings to enhance knowledge on testing and systems
• Receives supplies used by laboratory staff to maintain sufficient inventory

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, emphasis on science courses required. Bachelor's in chemistry or equivalent is preferred.

Experience: One (1) or Two (2) years' experience in a similar capacity and knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualification Requirements:

• Proficient with MS Office programs
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person