Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Who are we?

For more than 26 years, CorePlus has provided Puerto Rico with anatomical pathology laboratory services and clinical analysis with innovation and precision.  Our commitment is, to be a leader in the transformation of pathology to the digital world .  

In 2020 we deployed our digital pathology platform, being the first organization in Puerto Rico to make the transformation.  Known worldwide for operationalizing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the diagnosis of prostate and breast cancer, CorePlus stands out for being avant-garde.  

If innovation and compassion appeal to you, we invite you to join our mission and become part of our family; we offer excellent benefits including health plan, dental, vision, 401k, paid vacation, and life insurance. 

The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant receives, processes and prepares all clinical specimens for the laboratory’s Hematology, Chemistry, Immunology and Coagulation departments. The Assistant must be prepared to accession cases for internal and external (B2B) clients, know all procedures involved in specimen processing and reference laboratory shipments, and document pertinent quality control, inventory and credentialing information for the area.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accession and label clinical specimens into the Laboratory Information System (SAIL). 
• Verify specimen acceptability (volume, tube type, hemolysis).
• Package and ship specimens to reference laboratories, following each laboratory’s temperature control and handling requirements.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Perform routine preventive or corrective maintenance.
• Maintain an adequately stocked inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Maintain area well-stocked and request necessary laboratory supplies.
• Report patient safety issues and specimen deficiencies.
• Review and upkeep QC and maintenance logs
• Store and dispose of hazardous wastes using safety procedures.
• Implement the SOP protocols daily.
• Always wear personal protective equipment.
• Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner with minimal supervision.

Requirements and Skills

• High school graduate; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field preferred
• Laboratory training/experience desirable
• Bilingual
• High work ethic, accountability, and reliability by prioritizing patient care while treating all staff with curtesy and professionalism.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Observe the safety and hygiene measures set up by the Company.
• Flexible and adaptable; readily adapts to change, systems or methods. 
• A team player with a helpful attitude. 
• Contribute to improving the productivity and competitiveness of the Company.
• Not engage in improper or immoral behavior that may affect the best interests of the Company.

Working Conditions/ Physical Activity:

• The employee often must stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with arms.
• The employee must occasionally sit, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must be able to lift/move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
• Visual abilities needed include close vision, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

CorePlus is an equal employment/affirmative action opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against any qualified person on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law.