Laboratory Assistant

The Laboratory Assistant is primarily responsible for performing duties related to accessioning, specimen

management, problem resolution, and data entry and specimen storage with a high degree of

proficiency.Primary responsibilities include:

Receive incoming shipments and document appropriately

Answer the phones from clients and customers and aiding to callers when necessary

Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc.)

Contact client to resolve sample and/or testing related issues or discrepancies

Complete correction requests as needed

Operation of the front end processing automation equipment as assigned by management

Accession samples and deliver them to proper area(s)

Sample Aliquot/preparation for testing

Instrument set up and preparation for testing

Perform Temperature log, instrument maintenance and recording

Retrieve and re-file samples for testing

Properly store specimens for short term and long term storage

Aid laboratory personnel in cleaning duties

Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required

Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable

regulatory agencies

Adhere to policies and protocols in the laboratory

Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently

Other duties as assigned by management