Lab Aide- Temporary

BioReference; Elmwood Park (NJ); In loco; USD 32.000 - 46.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

BioReference Health, LLC. is seeking a Laboratory Aide in Elmwood Park, NJ to support the clinical laboratory ensuring timely testing and a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include handling specimens, generating reports, organizing storage, and providing assistance to Lab Techs. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving are essential; basic computer skills are required.

Competenze

• Good written and verbal communication.
• Familiar with medical terminology is a plus.

Mansioni

• Locate, retrieve, and transport specimens as needed.
• Generate, distribute, and monitor worksheets and pending reports.
• Map samples promptly after testing is completed.
• Store samples with parafilm in designated storage areas.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace at all times.
• Escalate any issues to Lead, Supervisor or Manager.
• Attend department trainings and meetings.

Conoscenze

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Summary

The Laboratory Aide provides support for the clinical laboratory to ensure that testing may be performed in a timely manner. This also includes ensuring that the laboratory environment remains clean and safe.

Position Responsibilities

Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Locate, retrieve, and transport specimens as needed.
• Generate, distribute, and monitor worksheets and pending reports.
• Map samples promptly after testing is completed.
• Store samples, capped or tightly covered, with parafilm in designated storage areas, with utmost consideration to maintaining specimen integrity, safety, easy retrieval, and organization.
• Provide assistance to Lab Techs in any area when necessary.
• Remove and/or discard expired samples from storage area as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace at all times.
• Maintain a well-organized work area with adequate supplies.
• Maintain documentation of assigned functions as required.
• Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment Compliance Procedure.
• Comply with both corporate and department policies and procedures.
• Escalate any/all issues or questions through appropriate channels.
• Escalate any/all issues or questions to a Lead, Supervisor or Manager.
• Attend department trainings and meetings and interacts in two way communication to assist in process improvement.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills.
• Familiar with sample requirements, test requests, and medical terminology a plus.
• Lab work experience. Preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Sitting, standing, and/or walking for hours.

BioReference is an Equal Opportunity Employer.