Lab Aide I
6:00 PM - 2:30 AM Monday - Friday
Job Summary
The Lab Aide I is responsible for supporting the Histology department with all clerical and ancillary duties in keeping all equipment ready to run for patient output. This position works under the direction of the supervisor and follows standard Laboratory procedures and policies.
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise
Key Job Elements
· Handles, prepares, and loads/unloads stainers; conducts dehydrating and cover slips slides utilizing manual or automatic systems.
· Prepares, cleans, sterilizes, maintains, and shuts down Laboratory equipment, accessories, and instruments.
· Responsible for filing, tracking, retrieval, and accurate record keeping.
· Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling of all materials.
· Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers match blocks and slides; prints Labels as appropriate.
· Records in Laboratory logbooks all slides and stains prepared. Logs appropriate information into the Laboratory Information system.
Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure/Certifications)
Knowledge/Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences strongly preferred.
- Prior lab experience is preferred.
- Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
- All laboratory personnel will be required to maintain schedule flexibility and when problems arise, may be required to work overtime.
Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
Lab Specific Qualifications
- Ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline driven environment.
- Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
- Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing.
- Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.
- May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals and hazardous waste. The employee is frequently exposed to human tissue. Personal protective equipment to lower the risk of exposure is provided by Bako Diagnostics.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Positions Supervised
None
Requirements listed are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. This position description is not meant to imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job duties requested by the supervisor.
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Alpharetta, GA 30005: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
