What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant I position at Steris Corporation?
Libertyville, IL, US, 60048
At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.
The Laboratory Assistant I is responsible for receiving and processing time-sensitive Laboratory samples, distributing samples to appropriate testing areas, and generating Customer test reports, ensuring accurate documentation.
1. Receives, sorts, and logs in samples for testing.
2. Distributes samples to appropriate testing areas.
3. Generates, reviews and/or maintains as appropriate outbound logs, records, filing system, laboratory testing datasheets, reports, shipping forms for return samples, receipts, Biological Indicator and supply purchases.
a. Performs data entry using Computer software.
b. Logs in consumables.
c. Performs record cleaning and keeping tasks.
4. Interfaces with Customers and couriers professionally and courteously.
5. Processes Biological Indicator sales to Customers, providing product pull and shipment.
6. Packages environmental monitoring plates for shipment to Customers.
7. Monitors inventory of supplies for Laboratory sales.
8. Contributes in a team effort by performing in accordance to all STERIS policies, GMP, Lean principles and other directives; supports the directives and decisions of higher-level management and performs other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED
1. Knowledge of basic clerical equipment and processes.
2. Skill in written and oral communication.
3. Skill in performing basic computer operations using Microsoft Word and Excel.
4. Skill in organizing, planning, and prioritizing tasks.
5. Skill in documentation.
6. Skill in solving basic task-related problems.
7. Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.
8. Skill in prioritizing the adherence to safety protocol at all times and monitoring self and environment for potential hazards.
9. Skill in time management.
10. Ability to interface professionally by phone or in person with Customers, employees and visitors.
11. Ability to perform data entry using keyboarding, and 10 key speed and accuracy.
12. Ability to work in a regulated environment that requires strict adherence to company policies and procedures.
13. Ability to pay careful attention to details.
14. Ability to read and comprehend rules, schedules, procedures, and instructions.
15. Ability to comprehend oral information.
16. Ability to work in high pressure situations.
17. Ability to adapt to rapidly changing requirements or work environment.
18. Ability to work well in a team environment to support the work of others.
19. Ability to work autonomously.
Minimum two years experience in Customer service, data entry, office preferably in a regulated industry
This is an opportunity to join a company that will invest in you for the long-term. STERIS wouldn't be where it is today without our incredible people, who take true pride in their work. That's why we share in our success together by rewarding employees for their hard work. We do this by providing competitive base salary plus bonus (as applicable), comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid PTO and holidays, 401K with company match.
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.
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STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by * 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.
Libertyville, IL, US, 60048
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment:
Laboratory, Testing, Lab Assistant, Data Entry, Infection Control, Science, Technology, Administrative, Healthcare
STERIS Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.
