Laboratory Scientist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Laboratory Scientist who is responsible for day to day processing of samples and performs standard procedures.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive and process specimens according to department protocols.
• Perform within the productivity expectations as set forth by current departmental guidelines.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Assist the Supervisor, Manager and Director with administrative functions such as ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Produce, interpret and report accurate and precise test results.
• Communicate pertinent section information/issues to supervisor, manager or other appropriate individual.
• Perform instrument maintenance and method troubleshooting.
• Assist in documentation and maintaining effective department QA programs and monitors.
• Work with other departments within PathGroup and subsidiaries.
• Must become familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with other departments within PathGroup and subsidiaries.
• Nothing in the job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Other duties as assigned.