Lab Assistant Per Diem

Lab Assistant Per Diem Position Summary The Medical Laboratory Assistant s primary responsibility is to assist the professional technical staff (Medical Laboratory Scientists and Technicians) with the preparation of specimens, reagent preparation, preparing specimens to be sent to reference labs, and general laboratory work as required. Primary Position Responsibilities 1. Follows the laboratory s procedures for specimen handling and processing. 2. Prepares testing reagents and restocks supplies as required. 3. Assists in instrument maintenance and documentation. 4. May be requested to perform Waived Level testing. 5. Prepares and loads specimens on the analyzers. 6. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory s established performance specifications. 7. Performs all duties under the direct supervision of the General Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Laboratory Technician.

Qualifications Minimum Education :

Required:

High school Diploma, preferably in college prep curriculum

Preferred:

Some post high school training

Minimum Years of Experience Required:

None Preferred:

One year in a clinical laboratory

License, Registry or Certification :

Required:

None Preferred:

None Knowledge, Skills and/or

Abilities :

Required:

Basic Microsoft Office, and LIS computer skills. Basic laboratory skills. Good customer service skills and telephone etiquette.

Preferred:

None Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include, but not be limited to, medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings. The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).