Lab Assistant - 3rd shift

Value: Increases in sample volume require an increase in ancillary duties such as banking, specimen storage, working pending lists and searching for QNS and problem samples, These functions are currently performed by medical technologists, taking them away from patient testing which better utilizes their skill set. Performs laboratory tasks of centrifuging specimens, printing extra labels, recording data (temperature charts) specimen storage and retrieval.

Job Title: Technical Lab - Lab Assistant - 3rd shift
Location: Houston TX 77072
Duration: 06 Months (With possible extension)

Description: OB SUMMARY:
Perform the daily activities as described below. Basic Purpose: Perform various routine laboratory functions in a precise and accurate fashion to assist the laboratory professional staff and to facilitate production.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Sorting, and receiving specimens in the department.
Performs routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
Performs laboratory tasks of centrifuging specimens, printing extra labels, recording data (temperature charts) specimen storage and retrieval.
Preparing reagents and or media in the department.
Preparing specimens at workstations for testing. (Including building worklists, aliquoting specimens into sample cups, checking specimens for clots and fibrin, inoculation, slide preparation)
Performs QA/QC duties as assigned.
Resolves pending lists.
Finds missing samples.
Decontaminates work areas.
Performs weekly radioactive wipe tests.
Maintains files for department records.
Changes gas cylinders.
Follows all PPE requirements and all safety regulations.
Uses the laboratory computer system as well as operates PCs.
Disposes of biohazardous material.
Completes training and competency checklists as appropriate.
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of the work performed by this position.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Medical assistant training helpful. Math and science courses preferred.
Work Experience: None required
Special Requirements:
MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT 50lb BOXES
Must have the ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency.
Must be able to retain information once learned.
Must interact with other coworkers, internal and external customers with courtesy and respect.
Key Word Search: laboratory, medical

Custom Fields:
Name: Justification for Temp
Value: Increases in sample volume require an increase in ancillary duties such as banking, specimen storage, working pending lists and searching for QNS and problem samples, These functions are currently performed by medical technologists, taking them away from patient testing which better utilizes their skill set.

Name: GLBU-SiteCode
Value: 50500-RGA:QUEST-5850 Rogerdale Rd

Name: GL Account
Value: 551100|Temp Labor: Agency Non-Taxa (Contingent, All but PA and CT Locations)

Name: Federal Contract Work in Lab
Value: No

Name: Line of Business (LOB)
Value: 300:Diagnostics Information Servic

Name: Is this a hospital site that requires additional credentialing?
Value: No

Name: Reporting Business Unit (RBU)
Value: 51990:ESR South West TXGC

Name: Fast Track
Value: None

Name: State of Credentials/Licenses Required
Value: N/A

Name: Is Position Eligible for Remote Work?
Value: No

Name: CapEX
Value: None

Name: Time Zone
Value: Tuesday-Saturday 8:00PM-4:30AM CST

Name: Is Covid Vaccination Required?
Value: No