Laboratory Assistant - Straight Nights

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

121d • $16 - $25

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. The Laboratory Assistant will provide technical assistance in the laboratories, performing laboratory duties to assist technologists, technicians, pathologists' assistants, and/or pathologists. Responsibilities include handling related equipment, maintaining cleanliness in the work area, and stocking supplies. The role may also involve assisting in reference lab work, including packaging, mailing, tracking, and report filing. Additionally, the Laboratory Assistant is expected to train and onboard new employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biology or other related field that includes 30 combined semester hours of biological science and chemistry.
• One year previous laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in obtaining biological samples for study and prepare tissues for processing and examination under the direction of pathologists.
• Perform complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis.
• Collect, prepare, and process specimens within the Clinical Laboratory setting.
• Assist in performing laboratory activities and other assigned tasks.
• Prepare laboratory specimens and supplies.
• Enter laboratory orders and results.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of laboratory data in a safe and professional work environment.
• Perform waived tests and/or phlebotomy as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree