Advanced Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology 3rd Shift

American Addiction Centers•Charlotte, NC

1d•$23 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position for an Advanced Laboratory Assistant in Microbiology, working the 3rd shift (21:30-08:00) four days a week, including rotating Saturdays. The role involves accurately accessioning and registering specimens, maintaining high quality and productivity, following designated procedures for specimen handling, preparing solutions and reagents, operating laboratory equipment, and answering phone and paging systems. The position also requires adherence to College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Works in a busy environment around physicians, technologists, and other hospital team members.
Works in an area which contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards.
May be required to stoop, reach and lift light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.
May be required to stand and or walk for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Degree in chemical, biological, or life sciences preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately accessions and registers specimens for processing and testing.
Maintains high quality and productivity as required by department.
Follows designated procedures for labeling and processing; sort and deliver specimens to technical areas as assigned.
Prepares solutions, reagents and supplies as assigned.
Operates all necessary equipment in designated laboratory.
Answers phone and paging system as needed.
Follows College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program