Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology
Core
Assesses, accessions, and processes patient specimens (blood, body fluids, tissues) in preparation for microbiology testing, ensuring accuracy and safety.
Role type
Laboratory Assistant (Microbiology)
Builds
Pre-analytical specimen processing and delivery for clinical testing
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Specimen accessioning, centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling, inventory management, LIS navigation, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in clinical science, ASCP MLA certification, biology/chemistry coursework
Technologies
Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), computer applications
Responsibilities
Assess and reject unacceptable specimens, match order/specimen information, prepare specimens for testing, deliver specimens to testing areas, maintain equipment and logs, manage phone inquiries regarding results, troubleshoot pre-analytical errors.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (0-1 years experience)