Job title: Lab Assistant 3

Duration:

6 months (Contract-to-hire)

Location:

Durham, NC Preferred experience in either mammalian cell culture, ELISA, and/or clinical/regulatory lab experience.

Summary:

The main function of a lab assistant is to perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. A typical lab assistant may work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Job Responsibilities:

Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment. Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices. Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives. Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis. May examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities. Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found. May conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood and urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases, and enter findings into computer. May conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts. May collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.

Skills:

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage one's time. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases. Ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred.