Lab Assistant 3

About the role

A lab assistant performs routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease, typically under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment.
• Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
• Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives.
• Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
• Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
• Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
• Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood and urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases, and enter findings into computer.
• Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.
• Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases
• Ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate’s degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mammalian cell culture
• Experience with ELISA
• Clinical and/or regulatory lab experience

Pay

$29/hr