Lab Assistant - OVERNIGHT
About The Position
Pathnostics is a leading precision diagnostic testing and development company providing solutions for Infectious Disease and Cancer diagnostics that will get patients on the right path. Check out our website to learn more: https://pathnostics.com/ [https://pathnostics.com/]. We are currently seeking a laboratory assistant to join our team. Role holders will assist our dedicated team of medical technologists with pre-analytical activities and tasks related to our advanced molecular UTI testing. This role provides an excellent opportunity to get hands-on experience in a laboratory environment for anyone pursuing licensure as a Medical Lab Technologist or Technician. Available Shift: Overnight - Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 pm - 5:30 am
Requirements
- Proficient in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level
- Must be able to work an extended schedule as needed.
- Long periods of standing, must be able to bend at the waist and knee, occasionally lift up to 15 lbs
- This role requires consistent use of PPE, including face mask/shield as appropriate, lab coat, non-latex gloves, due to required handling of potentially infectious biological substances, fixatives, and other chemicals
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is highly preferred
- At least 1 year of related experience working in a CLIA/CAP environment is preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists with labeling, preservation and fixation of specimens
- Performs administrative tasks related to laboratory record-keeping
- Works closely with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately
- Escalates issues or concerns to laboratory technologist or supervisor
- Assists with preventative maintenance activities for laboratory equipment and instruments
- Monitors reagent and supply inventory
- Prepares laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs, standard laboratory recipes/formulas under technologist supervision
- Organizes patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and technologist review
- Uses LIMS to upload documents and input critical data or comments Assists in updating laboratory documents and departmental forms
- Required to follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, DOE
- 10% night differential
- 2 weeks vacation + 1 week of sick time off per year (more with service milestones)
- Employee and Dependent Health Insurance
- Optional FSA/DCA
- Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Voluntary Pet Care benefit
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health, child & eldercare issues, etc.)
- Starting at $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus program
- Wellness & Culture Club for company events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
