Laboratory Assistant

Aculabs Inc.; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Opportunity for growth and advancement

Job summary

A diagnostic services provider in New Jersey seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant. Responsibilities include handling patient specimens, operating lab equipment, and ensuring compliance with protocols. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and have a high school diploma. The role offers part-time hours with competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and benefits including health insurance and retirement options.

Responsibilities

• Dispose of out of date patient specimens.
• Assist with inventory for reagents and disposable supplies.
• Perform daily maintenance and quality control for lab procedures.
• Operate instrumentation as assigned.
• Communicate with nursing personnel.

Skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Ability to stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: $17.00/hr - $17.00/hr

Job Summary: As a Medical Laboratory Assistant at Aculabs, you will play a key role in ensuring safe handling and preparation of patient specimens. You will be responsible for preparing and handling patient specimens safely, maintaining and operating lab equipment under supervision, reporting critical values, and following laboratory protocols and adhering to all regulatory and HIPAA compliance standards.

About the Company: Aculabs, an industry leader servicing long-term care homes across the Mid-Atlantic, is currently seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Assistant. Family-owned and operated since 1972, Aculabs takes pride in delivering high-quality diagnostic services with a commitment to excellence. Ideal candidates are self-motivated professionals eager to learn and grow alongside experienced laboratory staff.

Benefits: Competitive pay; Paid Time Off; Opportunity for growth and advancement; Health insurance and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities

• Disposes of out of date patient specimens.
• Assist with inventory for reagents and disposable supplies for refilling, stocking, and placing in their assigned place.
• Performs daily maintenance and loads quality control for laboratory procedures as assigned.
• Operates instrumentation (moderate complexity) as assigned.
• Communicates with nursing personnel.

Requirements / Education

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Etc.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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