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JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, performs laboratory clerical tasks utilizing knowledge of LIS and HIS computer operations, interdepartmental functions, hospital regulations and general office systems. Enters relevant patient data and laboratory procedure requests into the computer to ensure proper testing of patient specimens and accurate billing for services rendered. Job requires the use of considerable tact and patience in dealing with the public, technical, nursing staff and physicians. Potential biological hazards exist, Individuals assigned to this classification will perform some or all duties listed as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma

• Graduate of an accredited medical education center, person with experience in a physician's office, or as a Ward/Unit Clerk, Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Processor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of experience in specimen collection (i.e. phlebotomy), specimen processing and distribution, or providing clerical assistance in a laboratory setting.

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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Job Details

Working Title:

Laboratory Assistant

Department:

Biology

Division:

Academic Affairs

Campus:

Oxford

Posting Date:
04/12/2018

Job Category:

Staff

Position Group:

Classified SATSS

Job Description Summary:

Job ID:5543 - Classified - SATSS - Temporary FT (hourly)

Cares for laboratory animals and performs a variety of custodial and clerical tasks related to operation of the department's laboratory.

Duties/Physical Demands:

1. Cares for laboratory animals according to established procedures; changing cages, monitoring health, providing food and water.
2. Organizes laboratory, work areas, equipment, and supplies; cleans cages, work area and equipment.
3. Transports materials which may include food, utensils, or animals to and from laboratory.
4. Receives and stores all laboratory equipment and supplies; maintains inventory of supplies; reorders as necessary.
5. Maintains and operates laboratory equipment.
6. May assist in student lab set up and clean up.

Working conditions: Physical effort usually requires considerable walking and standing with some lifting of materials weighing 25 to 50 lbs. Some exposure to unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable. Some element of personal risk due to handling of chemicals, extremely hot water, and/or animals.

Knowledge of laboratory procedures; ability to maintain records; requires driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires high school diploma or GED and six months of laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ability to work with precision doing repetitive tasks, strong observational skills, good communication skills.

Hours Per Week/Percent Time:
40 Hours

Work Hours/Schedule:
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM / some weekends

Duration:
12 Months

Temporary:

Yes

Benefit Eligible:

Yes

Required Documents:

List of Three References, Resume

Advertised Pay Range Minimum:
11.35

Pay Zone:

F1

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Department request Resume and References be attached.

Application Types Accepted:

Classified

Criminal Background Check Required:

Yes

Post Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Examination:

No

Posting Details

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:

The GWU Cancer Center is a newly established center established to address the multidimensional world of cancer by offering an interdisciplinary approach to research and treatment: pairing clinicians with immunologists, geneticists, bioengineers, microbiologists, and policy experts to offer broad exploration of the disease.

The Bollard and Cruz laboratory, established in 2017, focuses on developing cell-based immunotherapies for treating cancer. The group works with a full bench to bedside platform – developing cell products in the laboratory for subsequent infusion into patients enrolled in clinical trials.

This position supports the current researchers (principal investigators, postdoctoral scientists, graduate students, senior technicians, laboratory manager) in planning, executing, and analyzing experiments geared towards improving on or introducing new cellular therapies against malignancies. The laboratory assistant conducts experiments under the supervision of the principal investigator and his graduate students and postdoctoral scientists, and receives mentoring and guidance from the principal investigator in matters related to advancing their career in academic science.

The responsibilities include:

• General upkeep of the laboratory, in order to maintain a good laboratory practice (GLP)-level facility equipped to both develop cellular therapies and analyze patient samples from individuals enrolled in clinical trials

• Optimizes, develops, and executes experiments planned by the principal investigator and graduate students, which include assays involving: cell culture, animal care/husbandry/research, immune-based assays, gene modification (using viral transduction and other methods), handling of human samples (blood, tissue, others)

• Plans and schedules experiments consistent with the timeline and objectives of the research group

• Maintains equipment and performs common lab jobs

• Maintains lab inventory and helps with ordering and receiving reagents, supplies, and equipment

• Helps train students

• Participates in group meetings, including presentation of their data and their work

• Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Experience in basic and clinical research related to cell-based immunotherapies.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) Family Research and Labs Sub-Family Laboratory Support Stream Service and Support Level Level 1 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 5:00 Position Designation: Non-Essential: Employees who are not required to work unless directed to do so by their supervisor.

Telework: Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number:

R000499 Job Open Date: 03/19/2018 Job Close Date: If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Responsible for assisting Medical Lab Scientist and Technicians in processing and testing of clinical and environmental samples.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under close supervision, acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.

• Assist Technologists and/or Technicians in preparing and testing samples and records for laboratory testing (retrieve repeats and QNS samples).

• Locate, sort and prepare samples for testing.

• Monitor department inventory: lab supplies and reagents.

• Verify samples (quality of samples received)

• Prepare reagents under the guidance of the technologist.

• Prepare instrumentation for operation under direct supervision.

• May perform routine laboratory protocols; pipetting, measuring and pouring of samples.

• Responsible for daily equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Comply with all laboratory safety protocols, including, but not limited to, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proper laboratory techniques, disposal of bio-hazard, etc.

• Routinely monitor reagents, chemicals, equipment parts and other necessary supplies for testing.

• May refer to senior staff for assistance with day-to-day problems that may arise.

• Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.

• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.

• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.

• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs., and be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time in a laboratory environment.

• Must be able to work with clinical and environmental samples, including, but not limited to blood, urine, etc.

• Must be able to work with chemicals and/or reagents specific to laboratory testing.

• Must be able to work in a medium to high noise level.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma required; Associates degree in biological or laboratory sciences preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 0 – 1 year's laboratory experience.

• Knowledge of medical lab testing and operation of instrumentation preferred.

• Good verbal communication skills.

• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and manage time efficiently.

• Ability to follow precise directions in situation requiring speed, accuracy and efficiency.

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Terre Haute Regional Hospital is a 278-bed community-based medical center with comprehensive medical and surgical programs. Accredited by The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in America, we are dedicated to our Mission, Values and Vision and are committed to providing quality, individualized patient care to the communities we serve. THRH strives to find the perfect life/work balance for our employees.

We're more than a hospital, we're a family!

• Awesome tuition reimbursement, offering competitive pay, educational resources, comprehensive benefits, caring culture and supportive team, plus outstanding leadership.

• Dedicated management staff to help provide continued professional growth

• Full ability to self-schedule

• First Wabash Valley Hospital to be designated as an Accredited Chest Pain Center

• 24/7 Trauma/Surgical Services and "In The Process" stage for Level II Trauma Center Designation

• Regional Hospital recently earned a 4th-straight 'A' grade in Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade rankings

• The Paul Seibenmorgen Cancer Center at Terre Haute Regional Hospital has received the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer approval with commendation.

Click here to see more about Terre Haute Regional: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlKhqw7yfCk&t=18s

Responsibilities

• Knows, understands, and puts into practice general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures. Adheres to all regulatory guidelines. Reviews all posted policy changes as required. Gives written feedback for improvement to policies/procedures as appropriate.

• Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider the options, and formulate an appropriate course of action. Recognizes and performs duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision.

• Demonstrates initial and annual competency in all appropriate designated lab sections within set deadlines. Accurately performs tasks when scheduled. Participates in continuing education activities. Helps prepare and give in-services to other staff in the department and other parts of the hospital.

• Participates in all facility/corporate mandatory training annually and as required within set deadlines.

• Is cooperative in assisting the laboratory team in the completion of miscellaneous duties. This includes specimen receiving and putting away supplies when received in the department. Performs duties of preparing send outs and site batches for transport. Routinely performs and documents maintenance of centrifuges, temperatures, safety checks, environmental checks, expiration of phlebotomy supplies in the laboratory and other departments as appropriate. Registers patients in the computer. Acts as liaison to new staff and students.

• Effectively organizes and completes tasks in assigned area{s} as well as agreed upon tasks from duty list.

• Effectively investigates/resolves specimen collection problems using Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and specimen tracking tool when appropriate. Documents action taken appropriately and communicates actions to appropriate individuals.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to train new employees and/or students in general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures.

• Demonstrates ability to explain procedures and utilizes communication interventions appropriate for the age being served.

• Demonstrates ability to collect specimens appropriately and with accuracy using age appropriate equipment based on the age of the patient being served.

• Demonstrates knowledge and adheres to all policies relating to the TJC and CAP National Patient Safety Goals for the Laboratory, including, but not limited to patient identification and effective communication with other care givers.

EXPERIENCE

Required

• Phlebotomy Experience or Training, Excellent customer service skills

Preferred

• At least 1 year experience in phlebotomy. Specimen handling experience.

EDUCATION

Required

• High School Graduate or equivalent and Phlebotomy training or Experience

Preferred

• Phlebotomy training from an approved school. Phlebotomy certification.

CERTIFICATION

Required

• ASCP/ ASPT eligible

Preferred

• ASCP/ASPT certified phlebotomist or equivalent

Continuing education to maintain certification/licensure guidelines

Overview

The Laboratory Assistant performs tasks to support the laboratory technical staff in the areas of specimen procurement, specimen processing and some basic lab testing

Responsibilities

Under general supervision and in accordance with Company policies, procedures and guidelines, this position:

• Identifies patients with accuracy to perform venipunctures, heelsticks, and fingersticks with proficiency without supervision

• Labels specimens accurately and distributes them to the appropriate department to ensure specimen integrity

• May accessions specimens accurately into the LIS system using prescribed laboratory guidelines

• Processes specimens and prepares them for testing utilizing various types of lab equipment

• May track all specimen samples in LIS system for inventory purposes as required

• Maintains phlebotomy area and trays with ample supplies and in a clean and safe condition

• Maintains adequate level of supplies in the accessioning work area, where applicable

• Assists in the care and maintenance of lab work area, furnishings and equipment

• Troubleshoots missing samples inquiries from other CLH facilities or physician offices

• Follows test requirements of reference laboratory and procures appropriate specimen for testing

• Assists in disposing of all laboratory wastes following OSHA and lab guidelines

• May operate lab autoclave to render hazardous materials safe

• May act as backup receptionist or courier

• May be instructed to independently maintain operations at a satellite phlebotomy station/patient service center (PSC)

• May perform weekly inventory at site and place order with the purchasing department

• May receive requested stock items and distribute them to the appropriate place within the laboratory

• May perform limited testing (i.e., fingersticks, bleeding times, and sweat tests)

• May perform urine drug collections per DOT guidelines and process urine drug specimens

• May pack and prepare dangerous goods shipment items to outer island and/or mainland

• May be assigned to work at other locations as required

• Adheres to safety, confidentiality, compliance, and legal requirements

• Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on attendance

• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Capabilities

• Occasional carrying, pushing, and pulling of objects; and lifting of up to 50 lbs may be required

• Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching

• Must be able to hear, see, and respond adequately

• Frequent prolonged standing, walking, sitting, and bending over

• Use of hands and fingers

Working Environment

• Air conditioned laboratory environment

• Frequent exposure to video display terminals

• Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning), bio-hazardous body fluids, and occasional hazardous chemicals

• Sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction

• May be asked to work extended hours

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Perceive pertinent details and verbal or tabular material

• Ability to see things from the customer's/patient's point of view and respond in a timely appropriate and courteous manner

• Handle emergency or crisis situations

• Ability to work effectively with others and promotes positive working relationships

• Perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

• Understand meaning of words, ideas associated with them and their effective use

• Understand instructions, reason, and make judgments

• Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy required

• CUSTOMER-FOCUSED: Aware of customer needs; makes decisions with customer in mind; builds strong customer relationships.

• COMMUNICATOR: Proactively conveys a clear, convincing, and timely message; possesses strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• PROBLEM SOLVER: Uses data and logic to quickly find solutions to difficult challenges.

• COLLABORATIVE: Works effectively with others to accomplish goals.

• TECHNICALLY COMPETENT: Possesses and maintains the functional and technical knowledge and skills to successfully perform job.

• QUALITY CONSCIOUS: Delivers accuracy and precision in work products; mindful of technical requirements, rules, and standards.

• TIME-WISE: Prioritizes; respects others' time; adheres to schedules and agendas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required

• Understanding of medical terminology preferred

• Technology/data entry experience preferred

• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred

• Able and authorized to work in the United States

• For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and change without notice, including, but not limited to, criminal background check, health clearance and hospital compliance training

• Successfully pass Company pre-employment drug test and periodic and random thereafter

• Demonstrated and proven ability/experience in accomplishments in all of our five core values:

• Shine

• Team

• Accurate

• Respect

• Standardize

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP/Pan Pacific Pathologists, LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is currently seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant for Glassware Cleaning & Basic Lab Procedures. (Amec Foster Wheeler is now part of Wood)

We are looking for motivated team-oriented individuals to help maintain and operate an environmental laboratory in San Diego, CA. This position will require a flexible work schedule. A strong work ethic, organizational skills, attention to detail, and a fun and positive attitude are required.

This is a part-time position, averaging 20-25 hours/week.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning glassware, plastics, and lab equipment

• Lab cleaning, storing and organizing lab supplies and equipment

• Strictly follows instructions, standard lab practices or procedures, and adheres to personal protective practices within the laboratory

• Assisting the staff with basic lab practices and test preparations

• May include microscope work, meter and equipment maintenance and operation

Skills / Qualifications

• High School diploma minimum; Bachelor's degree preferred

• 1+ year experience in a laboratory preferred

• Work environment: marine biology / aquatic toxicity testing laboratory

The ideal candidate will have recent experience working in a laboratory environment. Experience can include glassware cleaning, working with chemicals, and performing basic lab procedures with meters and equipment. Work schedule may vary from week to week (more hours may be needed when busy). The potential new hire will primarily work around wastewater samples, natural seawater, and various marine and freshwater organisms. The position may involve occasional work with small volumes of acid, acetone, and formalin.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 55,000 people, with revenues of around $10 billion. We provide performance driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning across a broad range of industrial markets including the upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas, power & process, environment and infrastructure, clean energy, mining, nuclear and general industrial sectors. We strive to be the best technical services company to work with, work for and invest in.

www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to become part of a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.

NeoGenomics is looking for a Laboratory Assistant I who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow. We are seeking someone who has an interest in laboratory operations and would like to learn more about procedures to solve cases.

Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:

NeoGenomics Laboratories is comprised of a national team of experts in developing and delivering laboratory diagnostic and clinical trial services with a focus in cancer. It is the common purpose of all NeoGenomics employees to save lives by improving patient CARE through Communication, Accuracy, Reliability, and Efficiency. Our staff physicians, scientists, laboratory professionals, client services representatives, and sales people team up with our clients. Together, we work to solve the medical, scientific, and logistical challenges of making precise diagnoses, aiding in bringing new therapies to market and finding the unusual hallmarks of each patient's disease that point the way to proper treatment.

As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.

Position Summary:

As a Laboratory Assistant you will assist the department technologist in performing various basic laboratory procedures laboratory instrumentation to facilitate production. This in an entry level position in the clinical laboratory job category and employees in this position may not manipulate samples.

• Sort and receive specimens in the department

• Record the required information in laboratory log books, specimen accession sheets, workflow drafts, etc., to ensure quality assurance of specimens

• Perform simple laboratory tasks of operating equipment, printing extra labels, recording data, and specimen storage and retrieval and other clerical duties as assigned

• Prepare reagents for laboratory procedures as directed in the procedure manual and under the direct supervision of a certified technologist

• Perform various housekeeping and/or maintenance tasks to keep laboratory and equipment in clean and operable condition

• Maintain department inventory and order supplies as needed

• Resolve pending lists, find missing samples, and maintain files for record

• Report problems concerning individual cases, tests, equipment and supplies to laboratory supervisor or lead technologist to ensure timely resolution

Experience & Required Qualifications:

• Education:You will need a High School Diploma with an emphasis on science courses preferred.

• Experience:It is preferred that you haveone to two years experience in a similar capacity and knowledge of medical terminology.

• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques

• Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Good social skills and attention to detail

• Motivated to work independently and within a team environment

• Able to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

General Description and Essential Functions

• Under the supervision and control of a Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist may perform the following duties:

• Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens

• Loads patient samples and controls onto automated instruments

• Prepares, labels, and stores stock and work reagents. Responsible for ordering and maintaining the inventory

• Performs maintenance on instruments and loads reagents on to the instruments

• In addition to maintenance, performs QC, possibly order reagents and maintain inventory, and ensures pending list is current at all times and monitoring the turnaround times

• Help coordinate service with technical support when troubleshooting analyzers

• May transcribe printed results from the instruments, but cannot obtain any results that require interpreting a reaction, determining a measurement, or any calculation

• Adheres to all laboratory policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs. Duties will NOT include calibrations, dilution of reagents, standardization and/or interpretation of results

• In addition to an employee's typical work schedule, this position may require employees to work weekends, split shifts, overtime, and holidays if needed by the Company. Other duties may apply as necessary

Physical Capabilities

• Light physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.)

• Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

• Frequent, prolonged standing/sitting/walking

• Must be able to see, hear, and respond adequately

• Extensive computer work

• Frequent use of telephone and fax

• Occasional travel required to interact with Division personnel and/or attend meetings, educational training

Qualifications

Work Experience and Educational Requirements

• At least two (2) years' experience in clinical laboratory preferred.

• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedure is required. Ability to work the computer system, analyzer machines, and telephones.

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associates of Science Degree or Bachelors of Science degree from accredited college or university preferred