Laboratory Assistant III

NALHE; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NALHE in Berkeley, California is looking for a Senior Laboratory Assistant. This role involves performing complex procedures for microbiology specimens, training other laboratory assistants, and accurately documenting lab work.

As a Senior Laboratory Assistant, you will work under the supervision of licensed personnel, draw blood from patients, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This position does not include supervisory responsibilities but may involve coordinating the efforts of other laboratory staff.

Qualifications

• Experience performing complex laboratory procedures in a medical setting.
• Ability to train and direct other laboratory assistants.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation and processing specimens.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the work of other laboratory assistants.
• Draw blood samples from patients while adhering to safety protocols.
• Document all requests and results accurately.
• Handle various medical specimens appropriately.

Skills

Complex laboratory procedures

Supervision of laboratory assistants

Blood sampling techniques

Documentation accuracy

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, Sr. Laboratory Assistant where applicable, frequently performs complex procedures defined for laboratory assistants in a Medical Center or in a Regional Laboratory Department. Complex procedures, as applicable, includes plating and processing microbiology specimens and assisting in operating and maintaining automated and semi-automated test equipment under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person as authorized by the California lab law. Other complex procedures may include problem solving, e.g., reviewing computer error lists and resolving clerical discrepancies. May be required to draw blood.

Essential Responsibilities

• May direct, check, assign and coordinate the work of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Draws blood from patients finger, heel, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.
• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
• Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.
• Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.
• May be required to register patients.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade: 405