Laboratory Assistant

Laboratory Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

The Laboratory Assistant is primarily responsible for performing duties related to accessioning, specimen management, problem resolution, and data entry and specimen storage with a high degree of proficiency.

• Level I - Minimum
  • Receive incoming shipments and document appropriately
  • Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc.)
  • Contact client to resolve sample and/or testing related issues or discrepancies
  • Complete correction requests as needed
  • Operation of the front end processing automation equipment as assigned by management
  • Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
  • Label samples and deliver them to proper area(s)
  • Retrieve and re-file samples for testing
  • Properly store specimens for short term and long term storage
  • Prepare specimens to be shipped and adhere to all applicable shipping requirements
  • Aid laboratory personnel in cleaning duties
  • Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required
  • Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
  • Adhere to policies and protocols in the lab
  • Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently
  • Other their duties as assigned by management
• Level II – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following:
  • Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate.
  • Demonstrate superior understanding of Laboratory operations
• Level III – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I and II plus the following:
  • Demonstrate leadership skills through the supervision, coaching and mentoring of others as required
  • Ensure department adheres to policies and procedures