Laboratory Assistant I/II/III

Position: Laboratory Assistant I/II/III

Job description:

A Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing routine and specialized duties to support the organization with emphasis in laboratory support. Routine duties to support the laboratory include equipment maintenance, temperature monitoring, sample preparation and slide scanning. Specialized duties to support the laboratory include tissue processing, embedding, sectioning and staining. The Laboratory Assistant III must demonstrate the ability to work independently.

Job duties:

· Receive and inventory incoming packages to include client samples and routine laboratory supplies.

· Maintain accurate inventory records of all samples stored at Goldfinch Laboratory.

· Perform all maintenance activities for equipment to include documenting required temperatures.

· Accurately describe, dissect and cassette tissue samples.

· Prepare bulk reagents in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Prepare routine reagents for H&E, special stains and IHC staining.

· Perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy and applicable staining.

· Assist with equipment and software validations.

· Ensure cleanliness of all laboratory equipment and work areas.

· Performs and monitors inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used, and requests replacements as required.

· Maintain accurate project documentation, including computerized documentation, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

· Package and ship materials to offsite locations.

· File all blocks and slides according to the standard operating procedures.

· Performs slide scanning.

· Follow and review standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Ensure all materials and reagents are stored in appropriate conditions and are not expired.

· Accepts accountability and responsibility for actions and own behavior.

· Organizes work for effective utilization of time.

· Other duties, as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

1. Associates degree with a minimum of two to six (2 – 6) years’ experience

2. Spatial ability to perceive three-dimensional and geometric relationships when embedding and cutting paraffin blocks.

3. Finger dexterity to manipulate the micro-thin tissue sections and to mount onto microscope slides.

4. Color discrimination to verify diagnostic quality of staining processes in order that essential features of tissue sections can be properly defined.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Commitment to Goldfinch Laboratory Vision and Values

· Effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office and other basic productivity applications.

· Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.

· Ability to work well in a team environment and cross departmentally.

Company Benefits (if applicable):

· Health

· Dental

· PTO

· 7 paid holidays

· Paid-time off for jury duty, voting

· 401k with limited company match

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (lifting boxes, files, etc.). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color differentiation, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.

Goldfinch Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against race, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, and socioeconomic class during the recruitment, hiring, employment and/or termination process. All individuals are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory?
• Do you have experience with equipment maintenance?
• What is your experience with human anatomy? Do you have formal human anatomy education?
• Do you have 60 semester hours that include 6 hours of chemistry, 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology?

Ability to Relocate:

• Urbandale, IA 50323: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24