Laboratory Assistant

RMA is seeking a full-time Laboratory Assistantto join our growing team of RMA Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. This position will be responsible for executing Embryology, Andrology and Endocrine laboratory techniques according to established policies as well as adhering to RMA’s quality assurance/control operating procedures. Job candidates must exhibit an exceptional aptitude for attention to detail, lab record maintenance, and quality control documentation.

Job Purpose: TheLaboratory Assistant follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. Attention to detail is essential with these duties. The Lab Assistant will be responsible for serving patients by providing precise and accurate laboratory results for the purpose of infertility assessment and management. This role is responsible for performing Embryology, Andrology and Endocrine laboratory services in accordance with the Laboratory Procedure Manual.

Essential Functions and Accountabilities:

• Maintains accurate and current records of patient reports and inventory.
• Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies; documents all quality control activities, as well as all instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Follows the laboratory’s policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established, acceptable levels of performance.
• Studies and remains current and knowledgeable with the Laboratory Operating Manual regarding quality assurance, quality control, safety procedures and operating guidelines for performing all assigned laboratory services.
• Holds a comprehensive understanding of and follow all OSHA requirements for safe laboratory operations to maintain a safe laboratory environment.

• Assures quality care by adhering to therapeutic standards; follows practice, physician and laboratory division philosophies, as well as standards of care set by the state and other governing agency regulations.
• Works cooperatively with the Company multidisciplinary teams to provide good patient care and achieves the objectives and goals of the practice.

• Maintains patient confidence and protect operations by keeping all patient and proprietary information confidential. Adheres to signed HIPAA Confidentiality Agreement.

Academic Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science or related – required
• Studies level: University Education (Bachelor's Degree)
• Studies area: Chemical/Biological/Clinical Laboratory Science or other related field

Position Requirements/Experience:

• Minimum 6 months’ laboratory training towards degree or experience in a clinical or research lab – preferred

Technical Skills:

• Electronic Medical Records experience - preferred
• Excel at Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment, hormone analyzers and microscopes

IVI-RMA offers a comprehensive benefits package to all employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Options
• Retirement 401K Plan
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Company Paid: Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability & AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

About IVIRMA Global:

IVIRMA is the largest group in the world devoted exclusively to human Assisted Reproduction Technology. Along with the great privilege of providing fertility care to our patients, IVIRMA embraces the great responsibility of advancing the field of human reproduction. IVIRMA Innovation, as one of the pillars of IVIRMA Global, is a renowned leader in fertility research and science. Check out our websites at: https://rmanetwork.com/ & https://www.ivirma.com/

EEO
“IVIRMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: IVIRMA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at IVIRMA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion and/or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. IVIRMA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. IVIRMA encourages applicants of all ages.”