Lab Aide

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY : Provide routine assistance in the performance of laboratory testing. Responsible for managing samples throughout the aliquoting and storage process. Duties may include aliquoting, storing, freezing, transporting, and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Level 1

• Comply with department SOP's and safety procedures.
• Perform duties of a Sample Processing Clerk / Opener as needed.
• Maintain chain of custody for all specimen handling.
• Prepare freezer tubs for the long-term storage of samples.
• Locate, retrieve, aliquot samples as needed for screening / confirmation for test adds, order modifications, and / or retesting requirements.
• Log and prepare samples for intra-company transfer and / or sendouts.
• Advise Management of operational problems impacting workflow and recommend solutions
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of all CRL, CRL subsidiaries, legal entities and client information.
• Be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.
• Keep work area neat and clean.

Other duties as assigned.

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

JOB QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE : None

SKILLS & ABILITIES :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following physical attributes are required for this position :

EQUIPMENT : PC and communications equipment. Centrifuge; shaker / rotator; various automated instruments; pipette; lab coat; gloves; face shield cart; trash compactor; minus 20° freezer.

OTHER : Must be able to work overtime as necessary to complete workload. Rotation may include Saturday shift. Specimens consist of body fluids and must be regarded as potentially infectious; exposure to caustics, flammables, solvents, carcinogens, and reactive compounds. Trash compactor operator requires minimum age of 18 years.

The employer shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust this position to meet the company's changing needs.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the employer's sole discretion.

Level advancement is achieved after completion of training and competency.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range : $15.50 - $28.00

Benefits for Full Time Employees :