Molecular Diagnostic Lab Assistant

About the Role

The Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory Assistant operates under the direction of a supervisor(s) and/or laboratory professional(s). This position performs various tasks and procedures in the molecular laboratory designed to support the laboratory workflow, such as specimen processing, instrument preparation, and cleaning. Individuals with appropriate training and experience may perform waived and moderate complexity testing. Experienced individuals may assist in training less experienced laboratory assistants.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, tracking, and handling specimens according to department protocols.
• Centrifuging, pouring off, and preparing specimens for testing.
• Loading primary bar-coded specimens on analyzers.
• Automated process of sorting, de-capping, aliquoting, and archiving of specimens.
• Performing preparatory portions of tests with adequate and specific training, demonstrating a satisfactory level of competency.
• Demonstrating competency initially, at six months, and at least annually.
• Assisting the Molecular Supervisor(s) with day-to-day operations and execution of laboratory services.
• Maintaining and reviewing pending lists and ensuring fulfillment of turnaround times (TATs).
• Addressing client concerns and investigating/following up as needed.
• Disposing of biohazardous and non-biohazardous waste.
• Exercising all laboratory safety precautions and adhering to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Performing all job responsibilities in alignment with industry best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Abiding by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including Privacy and Security policies.
• Working with other departments within PathGroup and subsidiaries.
• Other duties as assigned.