Clinical Laboratory Assistant - Neurology

Scheduled Hours

40

Position provides administrative laboratory and customer service support.

Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receives, sorts and processes laboratory specimens by following Standard Operating Procedures. Transports samples to laboratories. Stores and retrieves samples from long term storage.
• Enters data and/or searches computer files for pertinent data. May utilize database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Operates and maintains centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, computers, copiers and other basic laboratory and office equipment. Cleans glassware and distributes to analytical areas. Stocks work area. Maintains general laboratory cleanliness. Follows all laboratory safety requirements.
• Answers phone and directs calls. Answers basic questions for clients. May give laboratory results with the approval of the supervisor.
• Performs clerical duties, copying, mailing, filing, etc. May pick up and distribute incoming packages and mail. Prepare outgoing shipments of samples, reports, etc.
• Demonstrates and promotes excellence in customer service and good working relationships with coworkers and clients. Projects positive and professional image of laboratory.
• Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.

Working Conditions:

Job Location /

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications: No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills: Centrifuges, Communication, Computer Literacy, Customer Service, Filing Forms, Laboratory Safety, Laboratory Setup, Organizing, Photocopying, Shipping, Spreadsheets, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Word Processing

Grade: C04-H

Salary Range: $16.23 - $21.88 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program…