Lab Assistant I

Job Title: Lab Assistant I

Duration: 3 Months

Location: 7444 W. Alaska Dr Ste 250, Lakewood, CO 80226

Schedule: 3rd shift, 3am-11:30am

vaccine: Hepatitis B acceptance of declination required A Lab Assistant will be working in a high volume, production based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science. The schedule for this position will be:

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information.
• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance. Troubleshoot any specimen related issues.
• Replenish test bench supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous medical/lab or production experience is preferred
• Comfortability with handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify specimens
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Must pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed