Lab Assistant II

Lifescan Labs of Illinois
Skokie, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2024 CLOSED ON 6/10/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Assistant II position at Lifescan Labs of Illinois?

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lab Assistant II is responsible for receiving and processing biological specimens such as blood, urine, etc. that are submitted for laboratory testing. Functions performed typically include data entry of lab requests, labeling patient specimens, and other pre-analytic tasks in preparation for laboratory testing, according to standard operating procedures. The Lab Assistant II routinely provides support and guidance to Lab Assistant I personnel. Additional support tasks such as inventory management may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Provide training, support and guidance to Lab Associate 1 staff on essential job functions
  • Serve as primary point of contact for resolution of questions or concerns from other Lifescan employees, particularly those outside the Laboratory
  • Monitors TAT and assigns LA I staff as needed to meet expectations
  • Provide feedback to Laboratory management regarding potential/ongoing process or employee issues within Specimen Processing
  • Process clinical laboratory specimens with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, completeness, and compliance
  • Confirm client, patient, and specimen details to ascertain adequacy and appropriateness of specimens
  • Data enter test requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and apply appropriate barcoded labels to patient specimens or scan pre-existing barcodes
  • Ensure that specimens are labeled appropriately; escalate discrepancies for resolution as needed
  • Centrifuge and/or aliquot specimens as required
  • Pre-sort specimens for delivery to technical departments
  • Retrieve specimens from storage as necessary for add-on testing
  • Handle and dispose of all specimens following biohazardous waste precautions and applicable safety policies
  • Ensure clean, decontaminated workspaces per Safety protocols
  • Investigate and resolve specimen issues or test issues to ensure timely and accurate reporting of results
  • Consult with technical departments regarding acceptability of patient specimens as needed; coordinate with Problem Resolution team for recollection as needed
  • Perform required maintenance on Specimen Processing equipment such as centrifuges, printers, incubators, freezers, and refrigerators; document appropriately
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of problems and resolutions related to specimen processing, inventory, and equipment
  • Meet or exceed all performance expectations to include attendance and adherence to work schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: HS diploma or equivalent
Certificates: None
Licenses: None
Acceptable minimum equivalent in the place of degree: None

Additionally, the position requires the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

  • Ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Laboratory Assistant II and develop an understanding of the overall functions within the Laboratory
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong data entry and organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to professionally and positively interact with peers, clients, and other Lifescan staff
  • Ability to multitask and maintain focus within a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to problem-solve as needed
  • Ability to learn policies and procedures and apply them in the workplace
  • Comfortable handling potentially infectious biological specimens; adherence to all applicable PPE and other Laboratory Safety policies

Shift:

Monday - Friday / Rotating Weekends / 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Salary : $29,700 - $37,500

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