The Position:

The Clinical Lab Assistant primary responsibility is to perform the lab support functions, helping technologists and technicians during lab tests. This may include preparing and maintaining lab wares and equipment, and compiling lab data into graphs and documents.

Maintains flexibility with regard to work schedule including section assignment, daily work shift and days of the week as determined by business need. This is a full time position with a schedule of Tuesday - Saturday 5:00 am - 1:30 pm.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.  The Clinical Lab assistant functions as a clinical lab support-team member, and helps the supervisor coordinate non-analytical workflows within the department.

• Multi-tasking efficiently, maintaining flexibility, and working as a team player will be critical while processing samples according to multiple workflows and maintaining established turnaround times
• Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed individual
• Assist in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and the performance of quality control activities in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures
• Preparation and storage of reagents and lab supply materials
• Assist in research and validation activities
• Archive samples by following the specimen storage and retention policies
• Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing, data entry and faxing
• Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service
• Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
• Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations

Who You Are:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma required
• Bachelor of Science Degree in related science field preferred
• 0 – 1+ years clinical laboratory experience preferred
• Knowledge of CLIA, New York and California regulatory requirements preferred
• Demonstrated self-starter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to navigate efficiently through, or have familiarity with, various laboratory information systems (LIS) and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs
• Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
• Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping, and moving about
• Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions
• Talking and hearing
• Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds

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