Lab Associate II - Molecular Genetics

About the position

The Lab Associate II position in San Juan Capistrano, CA, is a non-licensed role responsible for providing general support in the laboratory environment. The position requires adherence to all applicable policies and procedures while assisting with various laboratory tasks. The work schedule is from Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, and the role is part of the Molecular Genetics department.

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.
• Notifies appropriate technical staff of equipment problems.
• 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.
• Prepares protocols/logs or other appropriate documents.
• Trains other Lab Associates and supports Training Programs.
• Demonstrates leadership through accountability and collaboration.
• Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
• Helps ensure laboratory areas are neat, clean, and organized.
• Complies with all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

Nice-to-haves

• 2 - 3 years of laboratory experience preferred.

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.