Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Job Title: Pre-Analytical Assistant I / Lab Assistant
Duration: Miramar, FL
Location: 12 months
Shift: 10pm-630am with rotational saturdays

Overview:
The Pre-Analytical Assistant I supports the Technical Operations Department by performing specimen handling, sorting, and processing tasks with accuracy and efficiency. This role requires strong organizational skills, flexibility, and attention to compliance in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sort, rack, centrifuge, aliquot, store, and deliver specimens to the laboratory.

• Operate specimen sorters (archive mode) as trained.

• Verify specimen types and quantities meet test requirements.

• Identify and resolve specimen issues or escalate as needed.

• Follow compliance regulations and update documentation clearly and accurately.

• Work collaboratively in a team environment and support departmental goals.

• Maintain a clean, safe workspace following 5S and biohazard safety standards.

• Adapt to changing processes and staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Basic data entry skills and medical terminology knowledge preferred.

• Ability to work in a busy, repetitive production environment.

• Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written).

• Ability to sit, stand, walk for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and maneuver carts/racks.

• Reliable transportation and punctuality required; excessive absenteeism/tardiness is grounds for termination.

• Willingness to wear required protective gear in the lab environment.

• Flexibility in scheduling and ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.

Preferred:

• Medical or lab experience.

• Familiarity with mainframe computer systems.

• Previous production environment experience.