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Lab Assistant

@ Pathnostics
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Lake Mary, Florida, United States
$20-$22/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:labeling specimens, preparing reagents, maintaining records
Requirements Summary:Assist technologists with pre-analytical lab tasks, specimen handling, LIMS data entry, reagent preparation, and basic record-keeping. Bachelor's in science and 1+ year CLIA/CAP experience preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:LIMS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
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Pathnostics is a leading precision diagnostic testing and development company providing solutions for Infectious Disease and Cancer diagnostics that will get patients on the right path. Check out our website to learn more: https://pathnostics.com/.

We are currently seeking a laboratory assistant to join our team. Role holders will assist our dedicated team of medical technologists with pre-analytical activities and tasks related to our advanced molecular UTI testing. This role provides an excellent opportunity to get hands-on experience in a laboratory environment for anyone pursuing licensure as a Medical Lab Technologist or Technician.

Available Shift: Tuesday - Saturday, 5:00 am - 1:30 pm

We offer:

  • $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, DOE
  • 10% night differential
  • 2 weeks vacation + 1 week of sick time off per year (more with service milestones)
  • Employee and Dependent Health Insurance
  • Optional FSA/DCA
  • Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Pet Care benefit
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Assistance Program (mental health, child & eldercare issues, etc.)
  • Starting at $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus program
  • Wellness & Culture Club for company events

Essential Duties: 

  • Assists with labeling, preservation and fixation of specimens 
  • Performs administrative tasks related to laboratory record-keeping 
  • Works closely with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately 
  • Escalates issues or concerns to laboratory technologist or supervisor 
  • Assists with preventative maintenance activities for laboratory equipment and instruments 
  • Monitors reagent and supply inventory 
  • Prepares laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs, standard laboratory recipes/formulas under technologist supervision 
  • Organizes patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and technologist review 
  • Uses LIMS to upload documents and input critical data or comments Assists in updating laboratory documents and departmental forms 
  • Required to follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Education/Experience: 

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is highly preferred
  • At least 1 year of related experience working in a CLIA/CAP environment is preferred 

Qualification Requirements: 

  • Proficient in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook) 
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written) 
  • Must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level
  • Must be able to work an extended schedule as needed.
  • Long periods of standing, must be able to bend at the waist and knee, occasionally lift up to 15 lbs 
  • This role requires consistent use of PPE, including face mask/shield as appropriate, lab coat, non-latex gloves, due to required handling of potentially infectious biological substances, fixatives, and other chemicals 


Pathnostics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Pathnostics participates in E-Verify.