Lab Associate II - Auto Chemistry

About the position

The Lab Associate II position in San Juan Capistrano, CA, is a non-licensed role responsible for providing general support for the laboratory. The work schedule is from Sunday to Thursday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, within the Auto Chemistry department. This position involves various tasks including preparing and organizing samples for testing, handling specimens, and assisting licensed personnel in pre-analytic and post-analytic testing activities. The role requires adherence to all applicable policies and procedures, and successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and organizes samples for testing, including sample racking, aliquoting, and tube preparation.
• Responsible for labeling, handling, processing, preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens.
• Identifies sample problems and assists in resolving them appropriately.
• Prepares testing equipment and assists with preventive maintenance.
• Assists licensed personnel or delegated supervisor in pre-analytic and post-analytic testing activities.
• Prepares pre-analytical reagents and controls using automated or fixed volume measuring devices.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of reagents or media.
• Maintains inventory of consumable items including reagents and supplies.
• Sorts and accession incoming specimens into appropriate LIS.
• Performs data entry or transcribes data for licensed personnel's review.
• Tallies workload data and prepares reports as requested.
• Assists in the performance of quality control procedures.
• Trains other Lab Associates and supports Training Programs.
• Demonstrates leadership through accountability and collaboration.
• Maintains confidentiality of client information.
• Ensures laboratory areas are neat, clean, and organized.
• Complies with all health and safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• 1 year of histopathology, cytology, or other laboratory experience.
• 1 year of experience handling Protected Health Information (PHI) using a Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma/Equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• 2 - 3 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours.
• Best-in-class well-being programs.
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness.
• HealthyMINDS mental health program.
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
• 6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off.
• FinFit financial coaching and services.
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Annual incentive plans.
• Matching gifts program.
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
• Career advancement opportunities.