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Lab - Lab Assistant

Portland, OR

Posted: 03/12/2025 Job Type: Temporary Job Category: Lab Job Post ID: 215739 Pay Rate: $60.00 / hour

Job Description

Position: Lab Assistant

Job Description:
  • Preparation of specimens for testing which meet the Laboratory's criteria.
  • Performs daily maintenance and replenishes supplies and reagents as needed.
  • Assists in the disposal of biohazard bags in the main laboratory into drums.
  • Generates, distributes, and monitors worksheets and pending reports.
  • Registers, maps, retrieves, discards specimens/paraffin blocks as needed.
  • Preparation of instrument-specific or department-specific reagents and buffers as needed.
  • Request and pull samples from other locations for pending tests.
  • Familiar with tube types, test request and medical terminology.
  • Report malfunctioning of all systems and equipment through appropriate channels.
  • Report on time and ready to perform their assigned duties as scheduled.
  • Wear company lab coat, gloves and face shield during specimen handling.
  • Establish positive patient identification on sample or in reporting systems before proceeding with any further action.
  • Full knowledge of the physician's order/requisition.
  • Understand and comply with OSHA, HIPA and all regulatory requirements.
  • Follow proper incident procedure in the event of any accident, specimen breakage, and spills.
  • Attends department trainings and meetings and interacts in two way communication to assist in process improvement.
  • Maintains compliance with all laboratory policies and procedures as well as safety and quality practices. Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Lab work experience preferred.
  • Previous exposure to the Laboratory and Laboratory terminology is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft office.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Be a Team player
  • Problem solving skills.
  • 0-2 years of experience

    Please reference Job number: 215739

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