Laboratory Assistant (2nd Shift)

Eurofins USA Clinical Trial Solutions•Lenexa, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant is primarily responsible for performing duties related to accessioning, specimen management, problem resolution, and data entry and specimen storage with a high degree of proficiency. This role involves receiving and documenting incoming shipments, examining samples for accuracy, contacting clients to resolve issues, operating front-end processing automation equipment, performing data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), labeling and delivering samples, retrieving and re-filing samples, preparing specimens for shipment, and aiding laboratory personnel in cleaning duties. The position also requires maintaining quality control and assurance records, adhering to all quality and safety standards, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory agencies and company policies. Collaboration with other lab associates is essential for efficient daily activities. Higher levels (Level II and III) involve managing escalated issues, demonstrating a superior understanding of laboratory operations, and potentially supervising, coaching, and mentoring other associates.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 2 years of clinical laboratory experience
Minimum 1 year data entry experience preferred
Must be comfortable with raw specimen handling
Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies
Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs, with database skills
Demonstrated leadership abilities (Level II+)
Advanced problem solving skills (Level II+)
Ability to manage and direct other Associates as required (Level III)
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lenexa, KS are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming shipments and document appropriately
Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc.)
Contact client to resolve sample and/or testing related issues or discrepancies
Complete correction requests as needed
Operation of the front end processing automation equipment as assigned by management
Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Label samples and deliver them to proper area(s)
Retrieve and re-file samples for testing
Properly store specimens for short term and long term storage
Prepare specimens to be shipped and adhere to all applicable shipping requirements
Aid laboratory personnel in cleaning duties
Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required
Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
Adhere to policies and protocols in the lab
Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently
Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate (Level II+)
Demonstrate superior understanding of Laboratory operations (Level II+)
Demonstrate leadership skills through the supervision, coaching and mentoring of others as required (Level III)
Ensure department adheres to policies and procedures (Level III)
Manage daily workload as required (Level III)
Assist Management in providing overall direction of workflow for Lab Assistants and Support Services as needed (Level III)
Ensure applicable SOPs are being utilized and followed appropriately (Level III)
Help with weekly scheduling of staff (Level III)
Serve as the primary trainer for new Lab Assistants or re-training of existing Lab Assistants (Level III)
Accurately answer questions when Supervisor is unavailable (Level III)
Interact with other departments as necessary and develop relationships with other Lab Leadership and Management as it relates to work processes and work flow (Level III)
Communicate concerns/needs as necessary to Supervisor (Level III)
Aid Supervisor with areas of improvement in workflow or organization, etc. (Level III)