Technical Assistant

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% weekend shift differential

Job summary

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC in Dayton, OH is seeking a Technical Assistant for a full-time day shift (6:00 AM–2:30 PM) with weekend and holiday rotation.

The role supports laboratory operations including specimen handling, instrument loading, quality control, and supply management under supervision of technical staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred associate degree in natural science or allied health and prior laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred in Natural Science/Allied Health or current enrollment in a Medical Laboratory program.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Medical terminology and keyboarding skills helpful.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and set up of laboratory instrumentation.
• Prepare and load quality control materials.
• Evaluate specimens for acceptability and load specimens onto laboratory instruments.
• Recognize instrument and equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in review of pending logs and follow-up to ensure testing is completed in a timely manner.
• Track inventory, order supplies and stock as needed for day to day department operation.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly temperature, eye wash, safety shower checks.
• Keep appropriate persons informed of problems and issues.
• Handle problems appropriately and exhibits good judgement.
• Handle customer related questions and concerns in a courteous and efficient manner following department policies and procedures.
• Comply with all company, department and regulatory policies and procedures which include compliance and safety protocols.
• Perform other tasks and assignments as requested.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Medical terminology

Keyboarding skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred in Natural Science/Allied Health or current enrollment in a Medical Laboratory program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Located at Miami Valley Hospital (Dayton, OH)

Full-Time Day Shift (6:00 AM-2:30 PM) With Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Eligible for a 15% Shift Differential for Weekend Hours

Summary

The Technical Assistant will perform various tasks in assigned laboratory departments which may include, but is not limited to specimen handling/processing and preparation, instrument loading, quality control and supply management. All activities performed are within the associate's scope of training and are under the guidance of technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and set up of laboratory instrumentation.
• Prepare and load quality control materials.
• Evaluate specimens for acceptability and load specimens onto laboratory instruments.
• Recognize instrument and equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in review of pending logs and follow-up to ensure testing is completed in a timely manner.
• Track inventory, order supplies and stock as needed for day to day department operation.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly temperature, eye wash, safety shower checks.
• Keep appropriate persons informed of problems and issues.
• Handle problems appropriately and exhibits good judgement.
• Handle customer related questions and concerns in a courteous and efficient manner following department policies and procedures.
• Comply with all company, department and regulatory policies and procedures which include compliance and safety protocols.
• Perform other tasks and assignments as requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred in Natural Science/Allied Health or current enrollment in a Medical Laboratory program.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Medical terminology and keyboarding skills helpful.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred.

Physical & Safety Demands

• Hand-finger dexterity to collect and process specimens.
• Ability to work in an environment where standing prolonged amounts of time may be required.
• Comprehension of verbal and written directions.
• Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Ability to work within specified deadlines and timetables.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be able to work well under pressure or in stressful circumstances.
• Will have exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals
• Be familiar with and adhere to safety, ergonomic and health policies of the Company.
• Comply with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas.
• Complete required training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
• Anticipate safety hazards, act upon unsafe situations and promote safety awareness.