Lab Assistant

Synectics Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the laboratory services sector is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform various routine tasks to support laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, preferably with medical assistant training, and will be responsible for specimen handling, equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role requires effective communication and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred courses in math and science.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and retain information.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory functions and assist staff.
• Sort and receive specimens, prepare reagents.
• Follow safety regulations and dispose of biohazardous materials.

Skills

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant training

Job description

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• Perform various routine laboratory functions accurately to assist laboratory staff and facilitate production.
• Sort and receive specimens in the department.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance on equipment.
• Carry out laboratory tasks such as centrifuging specimens, printing labels, recording data (temperature charts), and managing specimen storage and retrieval.
• Prepare reagents and media in the department.
• Prepare specimens at workstations for testing, including building worklists, aliquoting specimens, checking for clots and fibrin, inoculating, and slide preparation.
• Perform QA/QC duties as assigned.
• Resolve pending lists and find missing samples.
• Decontaminate work areas and perform weekly radioactive wipe tests.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety regulations.
• Operate laboratory computer systems and PCs.
• Dispose of biohazardous materials properly.
• Complete training and competency checklists as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; medical assistant training is helpful.
• Preferred courses in math and science.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Ability to retain information once learned.
• Courtesy and respectful interaction with coworkers and customers.
• Work schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 1AM - 9:30AM.