Lab Assistant

Position Summary

As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for collecting and preparing specimens for routine laboratory testing. This includes data entry, communication with staff and clients, managing lab inventory, and ensuring all protocols and safety standards are followed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates automated chemical analyzer (spectrophotometer) to detect the presence of drugs or alcohol
• Run daily standards and controls, calibrate equipment, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure testing accuracy
• Maintain inventory of reagents and supplies for analyzer
• Prepare solutions and reagents for routine operation of analyzer
• Distribute laboratory reports to case managers and partner organizations
• Communicate with caseworkers, clients and support staff regarding test results/reports
• Validate and record testing data within the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Observe or perform the collection of urine or oral fluid samples
• Follow department safety policies and procedures, especially universal precautions
• Participate in required training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Our Ideal Candidate

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination
• One year of laboratory experience preferred
• Knowledge of standard lab practices and safety protocols
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based applications
• Availability to attend meetings and support lab operations at various sites as needed

Benefits Package

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid Leave - STD/LTD
• Paid Time Off/Sick Time/Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403 B (retirement plan)

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Lab Assistant Starting at $39,000 - $40,000 – contingent upon experience, education, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination
• One year of laboratory experience preferred

Skills

• Knowledge of standard lab practices and safety protocols
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based applications

Schedule

Full-Time

Pay

$39,000 - $40,000 – contingent upon experience, education, etc.