Lab Assistant

Integrated Resources, Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated laboratory assistant to support daily operations. In this role, you will perform essential tasks such as specimen sorting, reagent preparation, and quality assurance checks. Your attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols will be vital in maintaining a safe and efficient laboratory environment. This position is ideal for someone looking to start their career in the medical field, offering a chance to develop skills in laboratory techniques and work alongside experienced professionals. Join a team committed to excellence and make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; medical assistant training is helpful.
• Must establish work priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory functions and assist professional staff.
• Prepare specimens and perform QA/QC duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Data Recording

Specimen Preparation

Quality Assurance

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Training

Math and Science Courses

Job description

Perform the daily activities as described below. Basic Purpose : Perform various routine laboratory functions in a precise and accurate fashion to assist the laboratory professional staff and to facilitate production.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Sorting, and receiving specimens in the department.

Performs routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.

Performs laboratory tasks of centrifuging specimens, printing extra labels, recording data (temperature charts) specimen storage and retrieval.

Preparing reagents and or media in the department.

Preparing specimens at workstations for testing. (Including building worklists, aliquoting specimens into sample cups, checking specimens for clots and fibrin, inoculation, slide preparation)

Performs QA / QC duties as assigned.

Finds missing samples.

Decontaminates work areas.

Performs weekly radioactive wipe tests.

Follows all PPE requirements and all safety regulations.

Uses the laboratory computer system as well as operates PCs.

Disposes of biohazardous material.

Completes training and competency checklists as appropriate.

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of the work performed by this position.

Education : High school diploma or equivalent. Medical assistant training helpful. Math and science courses preferred.

Work Experience : None required

Special Requirements :

Must have the ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency.

Must be able to retain information once learned.

Must interact with other coworkers, internal and external customers with courtesy and respect.