Laboratory Assistant I (2nd Shift)
Laboratory Assistant I (2nd Shift)
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Job Description
At Labcorp we have a passion in helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service then Labcorp could be a great next career step!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Assistant I to join our team in Los Angeles CA!
Pay Range: $16.04-$25.83
Work Schedule: Second Shift
Work Location: Torrance CA
Benefits: All job offers will bebased on a candidates skills and prior relevant experience applicabledegrees/certificationsas well as internal equity and market full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(K) ESPP Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO) Commissions and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information pleaseclick here.
Essential Job Duties:
May perform duties of Lab Assistant II in addition to the following additional duties:
Essential Functions
Successfully performs the specific department duties as set forth in the task list and/or department training checklist.
Adheres to established Safety SOPs and Universal Precaution guidelines at all times. Maintains a clean organized and safe work environment. Minimizes biohazard waste. Cleans workstation and materials daily.
Demonstrates proficiency in applicable computer systems and software.
Properly handles specimens and resolves specimen issues independently in preparation for analysis and specimen storage. Contacts internal clients for clarification as needed.
Regulatory Compliance
o Performs all procedures in accordance with the written department SOPs.
o Generates an appropriate audit trail for all activities.
o Individual is responsible for maintaining his/her complete up-to-date training file and is accountable for correcting any deficiencies found in his/her training file.
o Individual is responsible for ensuring he/she is trained and training is documented prior to performing a task.
o The individual successfully completes as scheduled competency assessment and ensures competency testing documentation is provided to management for review/retention.
Provides support to testing personnel in preparation for sample analysis
o Receive open and place in service all reagents according to SOPs.
o Prepare and properly label reagents and document according to SOPs.
o Prepares and properly labels quality control material accurately.
Perform clerical functions as needed including timely filing of department records printing of worksheets and other records and preparing data for archival.
May assist in training new employees and follows-up to ensure training is understood.
May perform maintenance on instruments and equipment according to manufacturer and SOP requirements and documents according to SOP. Notifies laboratory management when an instrument or equipment does not meet specifications.
May perform pipette calibrations and document according to SOP.
Attends as scheduled department mandatory and other meetings and training as required by training matrices
Introduces and develops improvement ideas for the group with the assistance of others.
Provide laboratory management with a report of activities upon request.
Other duties as assigned.
Non-Essential Functions
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilograms.
Clean up and process contaminated kits.
Experience:
Minimum Required:
No prior lab experience required but preferred lab experience.
Excellent customer service skills including attention to detail accuracy confidentiality and effective communication skills.
Ability to identify and communicate customer service needs.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Effective communication skills.
Excellent documentation skills.
Experience with office software applications (MS Word Excel Power Point etc.)
Education/Qualifications/Certifications and Licenses
Required:
U.S.: Associates Degree; experience may be substituted for education.
If youre looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth continual development professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference apply today!
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
