Lab Assistant

Spectraforce Technologies; Town of Texas, Irving (WI, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to support daily laboratory operations. This role involves sorting specimens, performing routine maintenance, and preparing samples for testing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and demonstrate strong organizational skills. Join a collaborative team where you can make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic laboratory setting. If you're eager to learn and contribute to vital healthcare processes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Assist in daily laboratory activities and perform routine functions.
• Prepare specimens for testing and maintain department records.

Responsibilities

• Sort and receive specimens while performing routine tasks accurately.
• Prepare reagents, perform QA/QC duties, and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Sorting and receiving specimens

Routine instrument maintenance

Handling laboratory tasks

Preparing reagents and media

QA/QC duties

Operating laboratory computer systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant training

Math and science courses

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

PCs

Job description

Title: Lab Assistant

Duration: 2 months

Location: Irving, Texas, United States, 75063

Shift: Monday-Friday, 11:30 PM - 8:00 AM

Job Summary

Perform daily laboratory activities to assist professional staff and facilitate production. Responsibilities include routine laboratory functions performed accurately and precisely.

Job Requirements

• Sorting and receiving specimens
• Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Handling laboratory tasks such as centrifuging, printing labels, recording data, and specimen storage
• Preparing reagents and media
• Preparing specimens for testing, including building worklists, aliquoting, checking for clots, inoculation, and slide preparation
• Performing QA/QC duties
• Resolving pending lists and finding missing samples
• Decontaminating work areas and performing weekly radioactive wipe tests
• Maintaining department records and changing gas cylinders
• Following PPE and safety regulations
• Operating laboratory computer systems and PCs
• Disposing of biohazardous materials
• Completing training and competency checklists

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; medical assistant training is helpful
• Math and science courses preferred
• No prior work experience required

Special Requirements

• Ability to establish work priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Ability to retain information learned
• Courtesy and respect in interactions with colleagues and customers

Note: This list is not exhaustive and describes general duties.