Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant Our client, a Medical Research company, is looking for a Lab Assistant for their Lenexa, KS location. Responsibilities include sorting and receiving specimens in the department, performing routine instrument maintenance on some equipment, performing laboratory tasks of centrifuging specimens, printing extra labels, recording data (temperature charts) specimen storage and retrieval, preparing reagents and or media in the department, preparing specimens at workstations for testing (including building worklists, aliquoting specimens into sample cups, checking specimens for clots and fibrin, inoculation, slide preparation), performing QA/QC duties as assigned, resolving pending lists, finding missing samples, decontaminating work areas, performing weekly radioactive wipe tests, maintaining files for department records, changing gas cylinders, following all PPE requirements and all safety regulations, using the laboratory computer system as well as operating PCs, disposing of biohazardous material, and completing training and competency checklists as appropriate. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, medical assistant training helpful, math and science courses preferred, the ability to establish work priorities and handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency, the ability to retain information once learned, and the ability to interact with other coworkers and internal and external customers with courtesy and respect. Why should you apply? Health benefits, referral program, and excellent growth and advancement opportunities.