Pre-Analytical Laboratory Assistant

Cynet Systems•Baltimore, MD

21h

About The Position

The Pre-Analytical Laboratory Assistant I provides general support functions within the Technical Operations Department. The role performs specimen-processing tasks such as sorting, racking, pickup and delivery, storage, centrifugation, and aliquoting. Work must be performed confidently, accurately, and promptly while meeting quality and production standards within six months of completing training. The position works in a production environment and a biohazard setting, following applicable safety, compliance, work-process, and 5S standards. The assistant identifies specimen or order-information problems and resolves them or forwards them for timely resolution. The role also supports team staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime, and learns additional operational functions to support progression.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimal data-entry skills.
Good organizational skills.
Understanding of specimen types related to tests ordered.
Knowledge of clinical department requirements for specimen types, quantities, handling, and delivery.
Understanding of compliance regulations related to test ordering.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work effectively in a production environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels of staff.
Ability to maintain composure under pressure and exercise good judgment when resolving problems.
Flexibility, willingness to adapt to change, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Commitment to internal and external customer requirements and contribution to a team-based work environment.
Ability to perform manual specimen-processing functions accurately and promptly.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
Ability to maneuver large carts and racks with specimens.

Nice To Haves

Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
Previous experience in a production environment.
Familiarity with mainframe computers.

Responsibilities

Sort and rack specimens and perform specimen pickup and delivery to the laboratory.
Store, centrifuge, and aliquot specimens.
Identify issues with specimen types or missing information and resolve them or forward them for timely resolution.
Research test-order information using translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
Complete required written documentation legibly and within assigned timeframes.
Meet quality and production standards within six months of completing training.
Report to work on time, follow attendance guidelines, and support department performance during coworker absences.
Learn additional functions within operations and specimen processing.
Maintain a neat and clean work area in accordance with 5S standards and follow safety, compliance, and work-process policies and procedures.
Support department staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime.
Perform other duties as assigned.