Laboratory Assistant (Cytoprep)
Unified Women’s Healthcare, Morrisville, NC, United States
Overview
UWH of The Carolinas Laboratory is currently seeking a Lab Assistant to work in our Cytology department.
The Lab Assistant will perform various support activities for laboratory technical staff including specimen receipt and triage, specimen processing, ordering and stocking of materials, cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining laboratory workspace and equipment.
Responsibilities
Receive and process specimens consistent with specimen requirements for testing including positive patient identification, appropriate specimen collection container and specimen transport requirements.
Identify and accurately label specimens and distribute them to the appropriate testing area
Prepare equipment and work space for specimen testing
Perform equipment maintenance and document activities
Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed
Organize and maintain lab specimen storage
Organize and monitor lab supplies for appropriate inventory levels as directed by laboratory leadership
Communicate specimen or laboratory equipment non-conformities or malfunctions to technical staff and/or laboratory leadership
Clean and maintain work area and all lab equipment and supplies
Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens
Comply with chemical hygiene and/or laboratory safety procedures
Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies
Assists all technical laboratory staff and leadership with additional duties as needed.
Qualifications
High school degree or equivalent; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in science, life science, medical technology, mathematics, chemistry or related field preferred.
Experience with Cytology, Histology, or Molecular Microbiology specialties is preferred
2 years’ experience as a lab assistant or relevant experience in a lab is preferred
Benefits
Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility benefits, and supplemental insurance options.
Paid Time Off : Vacation, personal days, and paid holidays to help you recharge.
Financial & Retirement Planning : 401(k) with employer contribution, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
Income Protection : Short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, basic life insurance, and optional additional coverage.
Wellbeing Support : Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
Professional Development : Opportunities and resources to support your career growth.
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UWH of The Carolinas Laboratory is currently seeking a Lab Assistant to work in our Cytology department.
The Lab Assistant will perform various support activities for laboratory technical staff including specimen receipt and triage, specimen processing, ordering and stocking of materials, cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining laboratory workspace and equipment.
Responsibilities
Receive and process specimens consistent with specimen requirements for testing including positive patient identification, appropriate specimen collection container and specimen transport requirements.
Identify and accurately label specimens and distribute them to the appropriate testing area
Prepare equipment and work space for specimen testing
Perform equipment maintenance and document activities
Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed
Organize and maintain lab specimen storage
Organize and monitor lab supplies for appropriate inventory levels as directed by laboratory leadership
Communicate specimen or laboratory equipment non-conformities or malfunctions to technical staff and/or laboratory leadership
Clean and maintain work area and all lab equipment and supplies
Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens
Comply with chemical hygiene and/or laboratory safety procedures
Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies
Assists all technical laboratory staff and leadership with additional duties as needed.
Qualifications
High school degree or equivalent; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in science, life science, medical technology, mathematics, chemistry or related field preferred.
Experience with Cytology, Histology, or Molecular Microbiology specialties is preferred
2 years’ experience as a lab assistant or relevant experience in a lab is preferred
Benefits
Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility benefits, and supplemental insurance options.
Paid Time Off : Vacation, personal days, and paid holidays to help you recharge.
Financial & Retirement Planning : 401(k) with employer contribution, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
Income Protection : Short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, basic life insurance, and optional additional coverage.
Wellbeing Support : Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
Professional Development : Opportunities and resources to support your career growth.
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