Temp- Science Lab Assistant (M-Th 20 hours a week)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Science Laboratory Instructor, the Laboratory Assistant provides instructional support services for faculty and students of Anatomy, Physiology or Microbiology Courses for the RN Program; assists in preparing and setting up laboratory exercises, demonstrations, instructional materials, and supplies; assists students and faculty in the use and operation of equipment and materials related to the science laboratory courses.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern; exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in preparing and setting up laboratory exercises, demonstrations, and instructional materials; monitors laboratory environment; organizes, arranges, stocks, and distributes materials, equipment, and supplies.

• Provides instructional support services for the science laboratory courses; assists in instructional demonstrations of procedures and techniques; explains related principles, practices, procedures, methods, materials, terminology, tools, and equipment to students.

• Operates, demonstrates use of, and maintains various laboratory equipment and materials, including lab solutions, live and preserved specimens, and dissecting equipment.

• Prepares and sterilizes instruments and solutions.

• Cleans and ensures proper storage of laboratory equipment; ensures laboratory and work areas are in clean and orderly condition.

• Maintains accurate logs, reports, and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

• Monitors, orders, receives, stores, and maintains adequate inventory levels of supplies and equipment as directed.

• Assists in training of student workers.

• Submits work orders for maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities * Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS AND EDUCATION:

Knowledge of:

• Terminology, techniques, equipment, materials, principles, theories, practices, and procedures related to the Registered Nursing program.

• Basic methods and procedures for preparing course materials and laboratory exercises and demonstrations used in biological sciences courses.

• Set-up, operation, demonstration, and maintenance of various tools and equipment used in a biological sciences laboratory.

• Methods, practices, and techniques of student learning and instruction.

• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

• Record keeping principles and procedures.

• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, students, and staff, including individuals of various ages, disabilities, various socio-economic and ethnic groups.

Skills & Abilities to:

• Learn principles, practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools, terminology, and equipment related to the Registered Nursing program.

• Assist students and faculty in the use and operation of equipment and materials related to the Registered Nursing program.

• Create an engaging and positive learning environment in a laboratory or other learning environments.

• Learn and demonstrate proper use and maintenance of equipment, materials, and supplies used in the Registered Nursing program.

• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable policies, rules, and regulations related to areas of responsibility.

• Establish and maintain filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.

• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software applications programs.

• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

• Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions.

• Review situations accurately and determine appropriate course of action using judgment according to established policies and procedures.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Demonstrate a professional role model for students.

• Demonstrate integrity and progressive self-improvement.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have an associate's degree from a regionally accredited college in biology, anatomy and

physiology or related field and one (1) year of experience working in a classroom, laboratory, or similar setting?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26