Laboratory Aide I

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• Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting laboratory operations by transporting patient specimens, supplies, and CAP surveys between collection sites and laboratories. Assists with specimen storage, inventory management, and disposal of old specimens. Completes non-technical tasks such as pouring off specimens, restocking supplies, and maintaining organization in processing areas. Ensures timely and accurate delivery of materials to facilitate efficient laboratory workflow. Contributes to patient care by providing reliable and responsive support services within the clinical laboratory environment.

Essential Functions

• Maintains competency in applicable work areas and adheres to policies and procedures.
• Manages laboratory inventory, stock rotation, and storage to prevent product expiration.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and well-stocked workspace.
• Performs timely specimen pick-up, delivery, triage, and proper documentation.
• Prepares, processes, and disposes of specimens according to laboratory protocols.
• Performs quality assurance, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting as required.
• Communicates courteously and empathetically with patients, providers, and team members.
• Participates in training, competency assessments, and continuing education activities.
• Supports laboratory process improvement and assists with clerical tasks as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Experience Requirement

0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

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• Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

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• Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 1. Never

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• Loud noises: 1. Never

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• Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

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• Radiation: 1. Never

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• Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

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• Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with intermittent repetitive motions (such as sorting or preparing samples). Also involves occasional exposure to risk of back injury from moving or positioning materials, risk of injuries from use of equipment, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

• Department:

Laboratory Services

• Shift:

Days (United States of America)

• Time Type:

Full time

• Address:

2201 Lexington Avenue

• City, State:

Ashland, Kentucky