POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Science Laboratory Instructor, the Laboratory Assistant provides instructional support services for faculty and students of Anatomy, Physiology or Microbiology Courses for the RN Program; assists in preparing and setting up laboratory exercises, demonstrations, instructional materials, and supplies; assists students and faculty in the use and operation of equipment and materials related to the science laboratory courses.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern; exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

FUNCTIONS:

· Assists in preparing and setting up laboratory exercises, demonstrations, and instructional materials; monitors laboratory environment; organizes, arranges, stocks, and distributes materials, equipment, and supplies

· Provides instructional support services for the science laboratory courses; assists in instructional demonstrations of procedures and techniques; explains related principles, practices, procedures, methods, materials, terminology, tools, and equipment to students

· Operates, demonstrates use of, and maintains various laboratory equipment and materials, including lab solutions, live and preserved specimens, and dissecting equipment

· Prepares and sterilizes instruments and solutions

· Cleans and ensures proper storage of laboratory equipment; ensures laboratory and work areas are in clean and orderly condition

· Maintains accurate logs, reports, and records of work performed and materials and equipment used

· Monitors, orders, receives, stores, and maintains adequate inventory levels of supplies and equipment as directed

· Assists in training of student workers

· Submits work orders for maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities

· Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner

· Performs other related duties as assigned