Since 1955, PhysLab (Physicians Laboratory Services) has provided reliable laboratory services to eastern Nebraska and western Iowa and currently operates two laboratory locations in Omaha and Lincoln with over 165 employees. PhysLab offers competitive hourly/salary pay and benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k) and company paid life and AD&D policies, with PTO and Sick leave accruing from day one. We take pride in our employees and our work and are looking to expand our team by adding a Clinical Processing Trainer to our lab in Omaha.
We are looking for a responsible lab assistant to receive, process, and prepare laboratory specimens for further analysis in cooperation with the rest of the Microbiology lab team. Previous laboratory experience is helpful. This person will be scheduled to work an evening shift on two nights/week with a flexibility on which days will be scheduled and a rotating Saturday day shift. This position will be approximately 12-20 hours/week.
Responsibilities
- Plate biological specimens to appropriate media according to prescribed laboratory procedures to obtain most accurate results.
- Perform slide stains and other additional test set up as required.
- Ensure specimens are labeled properly and the correct specimen has been submitted for the requested laboratory test by comparing specimen label to accompanying requisition.
- Ensure proper handling of specimens and disposal of contaminated material according to laboratory safety procedures.
- Communicate results to necessary laboratory personnel and/or clients via verbal, written, or computer link communication in a prompt, professional and courteous manner.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area according to laboratory safety standards. At all times use personal protective equipment as directed by laboratory policy.
- Maintain confidentiality of all laboratory information according to laboratory policy.
- Provide administrative assistance.
- Punctual and regular work attendance.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Skills
- Proven working experience as a lab assistant is helpful.
- Computer literacy and experience with Laboratory Information Systems is helpful.
- Accuracy and close attention to detail is necessary.
Physicians Laboratory Services, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/EEO Employer - qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to protected veteran or disability status, race/color, religion, gender, national origin or any other legally protected basis.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.25 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 20 per week
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person