Technical Laboratory Assistant

Global Technical Talent; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of diagnostic information services is seeking a Technical Laboratory Assistant in Irving, TX. This role involves performing routine laboratory activities, preparing specimens, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a preference for math and science courses. The position offers a day shift schedule from Tuesday to Saturday, along with benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

401k Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Ability to retain information learned.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory activities to support staff and facilitate production.
• Prepare specimens for testing, including aliquoting and inoculation.
• Decontaminate work areas and perform QA/QC duties.

Skills

Sorting and receiving specimens

Performing routine instrument maintenance

Preparing reagents and media

Operating laboratory computer systems

Following PPE and safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant training

Preference for math and science courses

Job description

Job Title:

Technical Laboratory Assistant

Contract Duration:

4 Months

Work Type:

Onsite

Location:

Irving, TX

Schedule:

Day shift, Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, CST

Job Description:

• The Technical Laboratory Assistant performs routine laboratory activities to support laboratory staff and facilitate production.

Job Requirements:

• Sorting and receiving specimens.
• Performing routine instrument maintenance.
• Handling tasks such as centrifuging specimens, printing labels, recording data, storing and retrieving specimens.
• Preparing reagents and media.
• Preparing specimens for testing, including building worklists, aliquoting, checking for clots, inoculation, and slide preparation.
• Performing QA/QC duties as assigned.
• Resolving pending lists and locating missing samples.
• Decontaminating work areas and performing weekly radioactive wipe tests.
• Maintaining departmental records and changing gas cylinders.
• Following PPE and safety regulations.
• Operating laboratory computer systems and PCs.
• Disposing of biohazardous material.
• Completing training and competency checklists.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical assistant training is helpful.
• Preference for math and science courses.

Work Experience:

• None required.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Ability to retain information learned.
• Courtesy and respect in interactions with coworkers and clients.

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Plan

About The Company:

• A leading provider of diagnostic information services, committed to improving healthcare worldwide.

About GTT:

• A minority-owned staffing firm, subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, emphasizing diversity and inclusion. Serving major clients across various sectors in the US and Canada.