Lab Assistant-6010

OLSA Resources, Inc.; Brentwood (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for a detail-oriented individual to manage specimen processing tasks. Responsibilities include administrative duties, handling hazardous materials, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma with 1-3 years of experience in a similar role, strong organizational abilities, and proficiency in the use of computerized databases and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience is preferred.
• Ability to handle hazardous materials safely.
• Knowledge of safety procedures regarding infection control.

Responsibilities

• Perform paperwork and procedures for specimen processing.
• Answer calls and maintain logs/records.
• Manage hazardous chemical waste according to regulations.
• Locate specimens from various departments as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with numbers

Written and verbal communications

Computerized databases

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Overview

Performs all paperwork, technical, and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens. Assigns specific computer generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy, and records all items processed. Forwards accessioned specimens to designated laboratory location(s); and locating and correcting any discrepancies. Learns and keeps familiar with lab procedures and location of stored specimens. Locates specimens and pulls from various departments as requested.

Responsibilities

• Administrative: Answer telephones, maintain logs/records, organizational skills, proficiency with numbers, research information, use computerized databases, written and verbal communications.
• Machine: Personal computer.
• Additional job duty (as assigned): Hazardous Chemical Waste Management — Proper identification of known hazardous material in the work place, knowledge of personal protection measures, avoidance of accidents, knowledge of hazardous waste characteristics, hazardous waste volume generation limits, accumulation limits, spill control measures, record keeping, proper handling and container management, labeling, container and storage inspection.
• Locates specimens and pulls from various departments as requested.

Working Conditions

Working Conditions: Possible exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens; regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases; must comply with applicable safety procedures.

Vision Requirements

Vision Requirements: Far acuity - ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more; near acuity - ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less; depth perception - ability to judge distance and space relationships; color vision - ability to distinguish and identify different colors.

License/Certification/Education

Normally requires a High School Diploma or equivalent w/1-3 years of experience.