Laboratory Assistant
Core
Supports laboratory departments and clients by performing specimen collection, processing, transport, order entry, and non-technical support tasks.
Role type
Laboratory Assistant
Builds
Specimen processing workflows, test results delivery, and client support services
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Specimen handling, SOP adherence, inventory management, clerical record keeping, basic math, Lab Information System usage, equipment cleaning, reagent preparation
Preferred skills
Driver's license, training new staff, digital pathology scanning
Technologies
Lab Information System, computer programs
Responsibilities
Order and triage incoming specimens, process specimens/slides per SOPs, maintain supply inventories, perform clerical functions and record maintenance, contact clients for missing information, clean equipment and prepare reagents, handle forensic toxicology specimens and legal inquiries, perform breath alcohol testing and finger punctures, assist in staff orientation
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on support