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Laboratory Assistant
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What they do
A Laboratory Specimen Processor catalogs specimens in a medical laboratory for use by other health care workers, including laboratory technicians, nurses, and physicians. Specimens can include blood samples, bacteria cultures, and even organs. Receives specimens, enters specimen data into a computer system, prepares samples for further laboratory analysis, and transports specimens to other labs and clinical departments.
$44,813 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Summary:
The Laboratory Assistant plays a key role in ensuring smooth laboratory operations and may be involved in scheduling specimen transportation, specimen intake and proper storage of specimen. Will also perform receiving functions of materials ordered to ensure orders are fulfilled correctlyDuties and Responsibilities:
o Support client service activities as assigned, ensuring professional and timely communication. o Schedule or transport samples to and form the laboratory for processing o Perform additional administrative or operational duties as required to meet business and regulatory needs. o Performs accessioning to ensure samples are received and stored accurately and identified correctly. o Pre and Post analytical support, including long term sample/ slide storage, documentation/ record storage o Performs receiving activities to ensure materials that have been ordered are accurate o Manages safety data sheets for materials being received into the laboratory o Performs safety walks including performing inspections on emergency showers and eyewash stations o Complete quality records in compliance with regulatory requirements, GDP / GCLP and standard operating procedures o Other duties as assignedRequirements:
- Proficient with computer systems, data entry, and laboratory software.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Education, skills and / or work experience requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1-2 years of experience in a clinical or diagnostic laboratory setting required.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs precisely.