Lab Assistant

Role: Lab Assistant responsible for specimen handling and processing in a clinical laboratory setting. Objectives include ensuring accurate specimen receipt, preparation, data entry, equipment maintenance, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Core responsibilities encompass specimen sorting, testing prep, troubleshooting, supply management, record keeping, and environment sanitation. Requirements: high school diploma or GED; preferred experience of 3+ months in specimen processing or laboratory work; comfort with biological specimens, basic computer skills, and attention to detail. Additional skills include multitasking, effective communication, and physical ability to handle biological materials; must pass color blindness test. High-value specifics: no designated therapeutic area, but involved in clinical specimen processing crucial for diagnostics; shift work (Tuesday-Saturday, 12 am-8:30 am); ability to work in a fast-paced environment with potential overtime; team collaboration with a focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.