Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

Supports the laboratory technical staff in the areas of specimen processing, and procurement and may perform lab testing under the direct supervision of medical technologists.

1. Follow all laboratory protocols and policies in checking specimens (e.g. COVID, blood, stool, urine, etc) received & make sure that names tally with the request forms for testing.
2. Follow test requirements of reference laboratory & procure appropriate specimens for testing.
3. Perform barcoding samples & process laboratory specimens received from patients under prescribed laboratory guidelines.
4. Utilizes centrifuges & other lab equipment to process specimens & prepares them for testing.
5. Receives requested stock items & distributes them to the appropriate place within the laboratory.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum N-Level
• Relevant work experience in a medical laboratory environment. (Candidates without experience are welcome to apply)
• Able to start work immediately.
• Able to work 5.5 days/week + Rotational shifts (Including weekends and rostered PH).
• Responsible team player with a positive work attitude & supportive of operational needs.