Parasitology Lab Aide (Day Shift)

Antech Diagnostics•Atlanta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parasitology Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, processing and preparing of fecal samples. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Attention to detail and organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written directions
Positive, can-do attitude
Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours.
Constantly operates lab equipment accurately and efficiently
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
Required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
The ability to observe details at close range
Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE
Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments
Work under close to moderate supervision
Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision

Responsibilities

Collect fecal specimens from login, scan into loads, and prepare for set up.
Meet all minimum department requirements for para loads and Fcombo set-up rates.
Accurately building loads and label processing tubes
Split specimens for Giardia ELISA when required
Find missing specimens. Print and reconcile queue list
Maintain organization of storage refrigerator
Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc.
Awareness of quality control and calibration
Crosstrain and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.
Follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures. Maintains clean and organized work area. Restocks supplies as needed
Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.
Consult with senior peers on non-complex Parasitology tasks to learn through experience.
Performs other duties as assigned.
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every Associate is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that Associates will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.