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Lab Assistant I

Spectraforce Technologies, Seattle, WA, United States


Position Title: Lab Assistant I

Work Location: 550 17th Ave, Ste 201, Seattle, WA

Assignment Duration: 3+ months

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday

Position Summary
The Lab Assistant I will work in a high-volume, production-based environment, performing essential functions that support clinical laboratory operations and contribute to accurate diagnostic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Receive and sort clinical laboratory specimens

Prepare specimens for testing and analysis

Perform data entry and/or scanning of specimen and patient information

Ensure proper functioning of lab equipment and perform minor maintenance

Troubleshoot specimen-related issues

Replenish laboratory supplies as needed

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Complete record logs and administrative tasks as required

Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for safety and quality

Handle pathology support tasks including:

Filing slides

Filing blocks

Distributing pathology slides

Qualifications & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

Prior experience in a medical, laboratory, or production environment preferred

Comfortable handling biological specimens

Ability to accurately identify and process specimens

Basic computer skills and data entry proficiency

Strong attention to detail with multitasking ability

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods

Must pass a standardized color blindness test

Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Knowledge of medical terminology and quality control is a plus

Strong customer service skills

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Standing for the majority of the shift

High-volume, production-based pathology support environment

Color vision screening required

Additional Information

Full-time role (8 hours/day, 40 hours/week)

Hepatitis B vaccination offered upon permanent conversion (optional based on titer/declination)

Requires strong organizational skills and accuracy in handling slides and blocks

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