Laboratory Assistant - CLOSING SHIFT

GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direct supervision, responsible for assisting in preparing specimens for testing and assist with cleaning and organizing the laboratory.
Job Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA
Schedule: Full-Time - Tuesday-Saturday, 4pm to 12:30am
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in this position is responsible. This position description is not intended to be complete or all-inclusive and does not preclude management from assigning other or related functions for which the individual has demonstrated competency through performance. Under constant and direct supervision of Clinical Laboratory Scientists:
May pull and setup samples for testing including validations, repeats, repipettes.
Cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory and all equipment.
Assist with organization/Inventory of supplies for the laboratory.
Discard urine specimens per schedule.
Clean lab floors as necessary, checking for broken glass.
Responsible for aliquotting specimens for preparation of testing.
Responsible for accurately distinguishing colors in the urine specimens. Document and forward to a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for final approval.
Required to follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance.
Meets productivity standards.
Other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED minimum requirement.
EXPERIENCE
Previous experience working in a laboratory highly desirable.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES
Basic understanding of laboratory practices
Ability to stand for long periods of the day, approximately 4-8 hours
Good communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently as well within a team environment
Strong attention to detail
Ability to ensure HIPAA, Confidentiality and Compliance policy, procedures, and standards are always adhered to
Ability to ensure administrative, physical and technical cyber security controls are always adhered to
Ability to ensure HIPAA, Confidentiality and Compliance policy, procedures, and standards are always adhered to.
Ability to ensure administrative, physical and technical cyber security controls are always adhered to.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position will require the following physical requirements: sitting (2 %), walking (10 %), standing (88 %), and lifting up to 20 lbs. Physical requirements will vary depending on departmental needs.
This position will require the following mental requirements:
The employee is expected to read and understand standard operating procedures (SOPs).
The employee should be able to convert SOP instructions into work-related tasks.
The employee must be able to perform simple calculations as required in the SOP.
The employee must be able to use judgment when there is a deviation in the system and effectively communicate any discrepancy to their supervisor.
ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee is regularly exposed to high pressure/high stress situations, and therefore, must be able to thrive in this type of environment.
Must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level.
Must be able to work an extended schedule as needed.
POTENTIAL HIRING RANGE:
$40,040.00 - $41,080.00
Offers are based on skills, knowledge, and abilities of the selected candidate.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance
401k with Company Match
Paid Time off and Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Behavioral and Health Care Resources
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Millennium Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and E-Verify participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
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