What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Assistant position at Ethos Holding Corp?

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Description :

The Lab Assistant is responsible for receiving all specimens in the Accessioning Department and preparing specimens for testing. This includes entering incoming specimens into the laboratory information system (LIS), pipetting specimens to the required test tubes, preparing specimens for testing, and restocking supplies in a high-throughput production laboratory environment where work is assessed based on speed and accuracy. This position requires a high level of attention to detail.

Receive incoming urine, oral fluid, plasma, and PCR specimens; open, count, and sort specimens
Ensure specimen integrity by verifying that specimens are labeled appropriately and that identifying information on the specimen matches identifying information on accompanying documentation and / or electronic orders
Enter patient data, specimen information, medication lists, ordered tests, and point-of-care results into the LIS – manual data entry may be required for some specimens
Correctly identify specimens that do not meet criteria for testing and specimens that need to be placed on hold for missing information
Print barcode labels and attach appropriately to specimen containers, test tubes, and to any documentation
Pipet (aliquot) accessioned urine specimens into appropriate test tubes to prepare for testing and storage
Meet established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for speed and accuracy
Transport accessioned specimens to other departments in a timely manner to prepare for testing
Stock and refill samples, reagents, and supplies for lab operations throughout the day
Scan documentation into the LIS
Document specimens that do not meet criteria for testing and notify other departments
Assist with preparing specimens for rerun testing
Dispose of urine and oral fluid specimens that have reached their retention date
Communicate effectively with other departments about issues regarding specimen processing
Clean storage bins and carts as needed
Other duties as assigned

Requirements :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum of 1 year of data entry experience required

Preference for candidates with familiarity with drug names and HIPAA-protected information

Preference for candidates with experience working with bodily fluids, such as urine, plasma, oral fluid, and nasal swabs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Skill with completing assignments accurately, and with attention to detail

Skill in data entry with minimal errors

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to function in a team environment and promote collaboration

Must be able to work under limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, techniques, and well-defined policies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work will be performed in a laboratory environment and exposes the incumbent to normal laboratory hazards and chemicals, including biohazard materials

Work in varying degrees of temperature (heated or air conditioned)

Accessioning of specimens requires sitting / standing for up to 4 hours continuously

Position requires sitting, walking, standing, reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and / or fingers, talking and / or hearing, and seeing

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

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