Lab Assistant - Multiple Shifts

Available Shift

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2 -10:30 PM ET

As a Lab Assistant, you will support the daily operations of the clinical laboratory, ensure the accurate processing and documentation of samples, assist in maintaining lab equipment and compliance with regulatory standards, and contribute to the efficient functioning of our lab services.

What You'll Do

• Process and manage clinical samples for various diagnostic tests
• Assist in the preparation of reagents and materials for clinical chemistry
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Contribute to the efficient functioning of our lab services by performing essential support tasks
• Collaborate with a diverse team of scientists and healthcare professionals

Education and Experience

• High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Technical positions may require a certificate
• Previous experience to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 1 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication skills
• Good cooperative and collaborative skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to adhere to laboratory policies and standard operating procedures
• Data recording skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Working Conditions and Environment

• Work is performed in a clinical environment
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stands, twists waists, squats, and bends neck for 4-6 hours per day
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
• Frequent mobility required
• Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck
• Moderate lifting of 15-30 lbs. with a maximum lift of 35 lbs
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• May interact with others, relating and gathering sensitive information
• Works with guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions from management
• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions
• Regular and consistent attendance