Lab Aide I
Fulgent Genetics
Summary
The Lab Aide I is responsible for supporting the Histology department with all clerical and ancillary duties in keeping all equipment ready to run for patient output. This position works under the direction of the supervisor and follows standard Laboratory procedures and policies.
Job description
Summary of Position
The Lab Aide I is responsible for supporting the Histology department with all clerical and ancillary duties in keeping all equipment ready to run for patient output. This position works under the direction of the supervisor and follows standard Laboratory procedures and policies.
Key Job Elements
- Handles, prepares, and loads/unloads stainers; conducts dehydrating and coverslip slides utilizing manual or automatic systems.
- Prepares, cleans, sterilizes, maintains, and shuts down Laboratory equipment, accessories, and instruments.
- Responsible for filing, tracking, retrieval, and accurate record keeping.
- Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling of all materials.
- Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers match blocks and slides; prints labels as appropriate.
- Records in Laboratory logbooks all slides and stains prepared. Logs appropriate information into the Laboratory Information system.
Qualifications: Knowledge/Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor's degree in biological sciences strongly preferred.
- Prior lab experience is preferred.
- Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
- All laboratory personnel will be required to maintain schedule flexibility and, when problems arise, may be required to work overtime.
Lab Specific Qualifications
- Ability to multitask while working in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
- Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
- Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing.
- Must possess the ability to perform repetitive motion.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes, and bio-hazardous material/chemicals, including formalin, in the lab environment.
- May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluids.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in biological sciences strongly preferred
- Prior lab experience preferred
- Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment
- Visual acuity including color discrimination and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail
- Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing
- Ability to perform repetitive motion
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Schedule flexibility and ability to work overtime when needed
Company overview
Fulgent Genetics is a premier, full-service genomic testing company founded in 2011 and headquartered in El Monte, California. As a CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited laboratory, the company provides comprehensive clinical diagnostic solutions including molecular diagnostic testing, genetic testing, anatomic pathology laboratory tests, oncology testing services, and sequencer services related to hereditary cancer, reproductive health, and other diseases. Fulgent operates six laboratories across the United States and offers an extensive testing menu covering over 18,000+ single gene tests, 900+ rare disease tests, whole genome sequencing, and copy number variation analysis. The company has evolved into a technology-driven organization with expertise in genomics, bioinformatics, and artificial intelligence, serving insurance companies, hospitals, medical institutions, governmental bodies, and patients. Through its subsidiaries including Fulgent Oncology, Inform Diagnostics, and CSI Laboratories, Fulgent provides precision medicine solutions focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker FLGT and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic acquisitions and technological innovation.