Laboratory Assistant (2nd Shift)

Laboratory Assistant

Full-time

About the role

Join Eurofins Scientific, a leading provider of analytical testing services in multiple industries. The Laboratory Assistant position is available for 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Level I - Minimum: Receive incoming shipments and document appropriately
  Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc.)
  Contact client to resolve sample and/or testing related issues or discrepancies
  Complete correction requests as needed
  Operate the front end processing automation equipment as assigned by management
  Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
  Label samples and deliver them to proper area(s)
  Retrieve and re-file samples for testing
  Properly store specimens for short term and long term storage
  Prepare specimens to be shipped and adhere to all applicable shipping requirements
  Aid laboratory personnel in cleaning duties
  Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required
  Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
  Adhere to policies and protocols in the lab
  Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently
  Other duties as assigned by management
• Level II - Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following: Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate.
  Demonstrate superior understanding of Laboratory operations
• Level III - Fully meets the qualifications of Level I and II plus the following: Demonstrate leadership skills through the supervision, coaching and mentoring of others as required
  Ensure department adheres to policies and procedures
  Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate
  Demonstrate leadership abilities
  Advanced problem solving skills
  Ability to manage and direct other Associates as required
  Ability to manage daily workload as required
  Ability to assist Management in providing overall direction of workflow for Lab Assistants and Support Services as needed
  Ability to ensure applicable SOPs are being utilized and followed appropriately
  Help with weekly scheduling of staff
  Serve as the primary trainer for new Lab Assistants or re-training of existing Lab Assistants
  Ability to accurately answer questions when Supervisor is unavailable
  Ability to interact with other departments as necessary and develop relationships with other Lab Leadership and Management as it relates to work processes and work flow
  Ability to communicate concerns/needs as necessary to Supervisor
  Aid Supervisor with areas of improvement in workflow or organization, etc

Qualifications

• Level I - Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent required
  Minimum 2 years of clinical laboratory experience
  Minimum 1 year data entry experience preferred
  Must be comfortable with raw specimen handling
  Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies
  Position may require evening and weekend hours
  Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs, with database skills
• Level II - Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following: Demonstrated leadership abilities
  Advanced problem solving skills
• Level III - Fully meets the qualifications of Level I and II plus the following: Ability to manage and direct other Associates as required
  Ability to manage daily workload as required
  Ability to assist Management in providing overall direction of workflow for Lab Assistants and Support Services as needed
  Ability to ensure applicable SOPs are being utilized and followed appropriately
  Help with weekly scheduling of staff
  Serve as the primary trainer for new Lab Assistants or re-training of existing Lab Assistants
  Ability to accurately answer questions when Supervisor is unavailable
  Ability to interact with other departments as necessary and develop relationships with other Lab Leadership and Management as it relates to work processes and work flow
  Ability to communicate concerns/needs as necessary to Supervisor
  Aid Supervisor with areas of improvement in workflow or organization, etc

Physical Requirements

• Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
• Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time as necessary in the laboratory (4 or more hours)
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 15 pounds
• Physical dexterity sufficient to move body frequently around laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
• Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions

Additional Information

Position is full-time working Tuesday-Saturday, 12:00pm-8:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lenexa, KS are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Clinical Trial Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.