Laboratory Technical Assistant

Reid Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The laboratory technical assistant performs tasks to support the laboratory technical staff in specimen procurement, specimen processing, and performs basic noninterpretive analytic procedures under the direct supervision of the technical staff.

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or GED
No experience required
No certification required at initial time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in chemical, physical, or biological science
Experience in laboratory techniques
Obtain certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) within three years of date of hire.

Responsibilities

Performs pre-analytic specimen processing.
Performs bacteriology set-up and media preparation.
Assists in computer testing and validation procedures.
Assists in inventory control procedures, including performing a physical inventory, ordering supplies, and receipt of supplies.
Assists in quality control and quality assurance activities, including those associated with point-of-care testing.
Performs and verifies point of care tests and CLIA waived laboratory test procedures.
May perform limited moderate-complex testing such as serum, pregnancy testing, mononucleosis with the appropriate training and documentation.
Initiates testing on automated analyzers.
Assists in equipment maintenance.
Records results on a worksheet when appropriate.
Prepares slides for microscopic review.
Provides administrative assistance to the technical staff by answering telephones and assisting in clerical duties.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Attends continuing education given by supervisors regarding laboratory principles and procedures.
May be assigned to work in any lab throughout the Reid Health system.