Laboratory Assistant

Description Laboratory Assistant (I II, & III) Job Description Role: Laboratory Assistant Department: Operations Levels: I, II, III Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Location: On-site, Overland Park, KS Manages Others: No Prepared Date: 03/04/2026 Revised Date: 07/27/2026 Basic Function And Scope Of Responsibility The Laboratory Assistant primarily supports laboratory inventory management and supply operations by ensuring laboratory consumables, materials, and support areas are well stocked, organized, and available for daily operations. This role also performs a variety of nontechnical duties that help maintain a clean, safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment, including limited support for specimen handling and general operational tasks. Essential Job Duties Level I - Minimum Primary responsibility is to maintain laboratory inventory of consumables (tubes, labels, pipette tips, reagents, and other laboratory supplies), including monitoring stock levels, replenishing inventory, and notifying leadership of supply needs.Perform routine non-technical maintenance tasks such as cleaning benches, fume hoods, wiping down surfaces and organizing workstationsAliquot specimens into appropriately labeled and identified containers, per SOPAccurately label tubes, vials, and containers to support sample processing and testing workflowsAssist in preparing, organizing, and staging samples for testing, storage, or transportBank and file samples in designated storage areasPrint log sheetsWash laboratory glassware and dishes, ensuring proper cleaning, drying and storage, per SOPPerform simple upkeep of non-technical equipment (dishwasher, label printer, etc.)Monitor general laboratory cleanliness and assist with waste disposal and recycling proceduresFollow all laboratory safety procedures, including PPE requirements and proper waste handling Ensure work is performed in accordance with SOPs, quality standards and regulatory requirementsMaintain accurate records of completed tasks and communicate any issues or discrepancies to supervisor Attention to detail in all duties and activities. Manage time according to meeting Department Turnaround timesCompliance with all applicable SOPs, Federal, State and Local regulationsCollaborate effectively with lab staff and contribute to an efficient and well-organized work environmentAble to consistently demonstrate MDX Core valuesOversees daily readiness of lab support areas (glassware, label stations, aliquoting areas, consumable inventory)Receive orders and deliveries Other duties as assigned by management Level II – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following: Serve as a resource and provide training to team members on inventory management processes, supply organization, receiving, and other non-testing laboratory support functions.Interaction with other Departments as needed and build a relationship with other Leaders and ManagementCommunication within the Department with Manager to focus on needsTakes initiative to improve processes and SOPS. Level III- Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following: Assists with monitoring inventory trends and recommends improvements to inventory control and supply management processes.Updates SOPsIdentifies process inefficiencies and recommends improvement to supervisor Essential Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Level I – Minimum High School Diploma or associate degree in chemistry or biology, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experienceMedical terminology is preferred, but not requiredPrior experience in a laboratory or healthcare setting preferred but not requiredStrong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks Excellent communication skills Professionalism? Ability to be at work on time and have flexibility? Computer data entry experience is highly recommendedTeam Oriented? Level II – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following: Minimum of two years as a Laboratory Assistant I or equivalent experienceTraining new team membersTroubleshoot simple operational issues Accelerated knowledge of the laboratory Manages sample banking and retrieval with accurate logging and inventory updates. Advanced knowledge of laboratory protocols Level III – Fully meets the qualifications of Level II plus the following: Minimum of 4 years as a Laboratory Assistant or equivalent experience Expanded knowledge of laboratory testing equipmentWorking understanding of Medical TerminologyTraining others and supporting workflow coordination with a weekly schedule Familiar with LIMS, sample management systems and basic quality practices Demonstrated computer proficiency and ability to use Microsoft OfficeAbility to communicate effectively in writing Requirements 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 overheadAbility 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 settingAbility to stand for extended periods of time as necessary Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 40 poundsBending and stooping about 25% of the time.Physical dexterity sufficient to move body frequently around inventory, laboratory equipment and instrumentationAbility 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 The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.