Lab Aide

Acupath Laboratories, Inc.; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision Insurance

aid time off

Job summary

Acupath Laboratories, Inc. in Plainview, NY, is seeking a Lab Aide to join our CLIA-approved diagnostics division. The role supports lab staff and pathologists by handling semi-skilled tasks and clerical duties critical to the diagnostic process.

You will prepare specimens, follow QC procedures, maintain equipment, organize trays, and report issues to senior staff. The shifts run from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with a pay range of $20.00–$22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; previous clinical lab space experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and processes patient specimens for analysis.
• Adheres to quality control procedures to ensure accurate test results.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on lab equipment.
• Loads and unloads automated processors.
• Organizes case trays and slides.
• Identifies and reports equipment/process issues to senior staff.
• Maintains adequate reagent and supply inventory.

Skills

Lab assistance

Specimen handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lab Aide:

Acupath laboratories, Inc. operates a CLIA-approved, NYS-licensed, and CAP-accredited Diagnostics Division that includes Molecular Genetic and FISH testing. Acupath is a 24 hour/7 day a week facility.

Lab Aides are an essential part of the team of laboratory health care professionals. They assist the lab technical staff and pathologists in performing a variety of semi-skilled tasks and/or clerical duties that are critical to the diagnostic process in determining health and disease.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and processes patient specimens for analysis.
• Adheres to written internal and external quality control procedures in order to ensure the quality of all test results.
• Performs routine and/or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Loading and unloading automated processors.
• Organize case trays and slides.
• Identifying and reporting any issues with equipment or processes to senior lab personnel.
• Works with the team to ensure adequate reagent and supply inventory levels at all times.
• Following safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Uses Infection Control practices and procedures including, but not limited to, wearing gloves, goggles, protective masks and other safety equipment.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience in the clinical lab space preferred.

Hours:

5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

About Us:

Acupath Laboratories is a nationwide provider of specialized anatomic pathology services, focusing on areas like urology, gastroenterology, and hematology/oncology. We are based in Plainview, NY, and were founded in 1998. Acupath offers a wide range of tests, including FISH testing for various cancers.

Acupath Laboratories is a well-established and respected provider of specialized pathology services, with a strong focus on client needs and a commitment to innovation and quality.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision Insurance
• aid time off