Location: Minneapolis,MN, USA
Job Title: Lab Assistant
Job Description
As an Lab Assistant, you will be an integral part of the specimen accessioning team, actively involved in pre-analytical and post-analytical processes of testing. This role is perfect for individuals looking to start or grow their careers in a lab setting. You will be responsible for receiving incoming samples, logging them into a computer, preparing them for the lab, and managing the storage and disposal of samples.
Responsibilities
* Meet couriers at the door to receive samples from various locations, including international sources, and start the tracking process.
* Verify all samples have arrived, inspect for any damage, remove and dispose of packaging, and move samples for entry.
* Operate multiple computer software systems and remember which software applies to different samples.
* Verify names on samples match requisitions.
* Handle primarily urine samples, with some samples including blood, serum, plasma, and body fluids.
* Create labels and label samples after entry into systems.
* Sometimes required to aliquot samples, centrifuge, or freeze samples to stabilize them if needed.
* Manage workflow and maintenance of samples after 3, 6, and 12 months in walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
Essential Skills
* High School Diploma (preference towards a Bachelor's in Science Degree)
* Desire to advance within the lab
* Intermediate computer, typing, and 10-key skills
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment to meet established turnaround times
Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Experience in banking, serving, or other customer service jobs
* Experience in lab environments, sample preparation, forensic science, quality control, material handling, and phlebotomy
Work Environment
You will work in a fast-paced, production-type environment that is essential to medical laboratory science. This role involves aiding in the pre-analytical and post-analytical processes of diagnostic and therapeutic testing. The team processes between 5,000-11,000 samples per shift. The typical shift hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth within a lab that does not require previous lab experience. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees through a partnership with Arizona State University. Additionally, employees can accrue up to 144 hours of vacation pay plus holidays. On-the-job training will be provided to ensure you can contribute effectively to providing accurate results for clients and patients.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
* Hiring diverse talent
* Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
* Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
* Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ...@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.