Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
Under direct and constant supervision of Clinical Laboratory Scientists, the Laboratory Assistant prepares specimens for testing and helps clean and organize the laboratory. The role includes setting up samples for testing, aliquotting specimens, maintaining laboratory equipment and work areas, organizing supplies, and handling urine specimens. The assistant documents observations and forwards them to a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for final approval, while following safety, quality assurance, HIPAA, confidentiality, compliance, and cybersecurity requirements. The position is based in Rancho Bernardo, California, and is full-time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic understanding of laboratory practices.
- Ability to stand for long periods, approximately 4–8 hours per day.
- Good communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to read and understand standard operating procedures, translate instructions into work tasks, perform simple calculations, use judgment when deviations occur, and communicate discrepancies to a supervisor.
- Ability to tolerate high-pressure and high-stress situations and a moderate noise level.
- Ability to work an extended schedule as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a laboratory is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Pull and set up samples for testing, including validations, repeats, and repipettes.
- Clean and maintain the laboratory and its equipment.
- Assist with organizing and inventorying laboratory supplies.
- Discard urine specimens according to schedule.
- Clean laboratory floors as necessary and check for broken glass.
- Aliquot specimens in preparation for testing.
- Accurately distinguish colors in urine specimens, document observations, and forward them to a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for final approval.
- Follow safety procedures, policies, precautions, and quality assurance requirements.
- Meet productivity standards.
- Adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and compliance policies, procedures, and standards.
- Adhere to administrative, physical, and technical cybersecurity controls.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Behavioral and health care resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
