Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant (Future Opportunities)

Washtenaw Community College,; Ann Arbor (MI); Presencial; USD 19.320 - 27.517; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Washtenaw Community College is looking for a Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant for future opportunities. The role involves maintaining lab equipment, preparing materials for health science courses, and supporting faculty during lab sessions. Candidates must have a High School diploma and strong communication skills.

This part-time position requires up to 20 hours of work per week and includes occasional evening or weekend hours. The salary is $17.21 per hour. Join us at Washtenaw Community College, an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of computers and basic software.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain lab space and equipment.
• Prepare lab supplies and equipment for courses.
• Assist faculty during lab sessions.
• Perform administrative support tasks.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic understanding of laboratory procedures

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Computers and basic software

Descripción del empleo

Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant (Future Opportunities)

Please note: This posting is for future opportunities. While we may not be actively hiring for this position right now, we welcome your application and may reach out when a matching opportunity becomes available.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain lab space, laboratory storage rooms, and laboratory equipment.
• Prepare lab equipment and supplies, including assembly/disassembly and delivery according to semester course schedules provided by Professional Faculty.
• Assist in preparation (assembly/disassembly) of simulation scenarios as requested by reporting staff, faculty, or administration.
• Maintain linen needs for health labs, including collection of linen bags, distribution of linens, and document linen tracking.
• Perform administrative support tasks such as photocopying, tracking needed supplies, and other directed tasks.
• Prepare laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment for health science courses.
• Clean and sterilize lab equipment and surfaces following proper safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in inventory, tracking, and restocking lab supplies and equipment.
• Dispose of medical supplies or waste according to safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of lab usage, equipment check-outs, and safety compliance.
• Monitor equipment for damage or malfunctions and report issues to reporting staff, faculty, or administration.
• Support faculty during lab sessions, guiding them in equipment usage and addressing questions.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and institutional policies and procedures.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and lab set‑up in all areas of the campus.
• Attend campus regularly and be flexible for occasional evening or weekend hours.
• Utilize technology, including AI‑enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support performance while ensuring compliance with confidentiality requirements, institutional policies, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule: Part‑time position with a varied schedule based on semester course offerings for up to 20 hours per week; occasional evening or weekend hours may be required.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs., safe handling of medical supplies; ability to lift, carry, and transfer lab equipment, media, computers, and materials as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of computers and basic software.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to understand and accurately execute instructions with detail, whether verbal or written.
• Ability to meet physical demands.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills – both verbal and written.
• Honesty, integrity, professionalism, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to use workplace technology relevant to the position, including the capacity to learn and appropriately leverage emerging AI‑supported tools; assess the accuracy and reliability of AI‑generated content, maintain confidentiality, and apply sound judgment and ethical practices in the use of technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous lab or healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Salary/Hourly Rate: $17.21 per hour.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.