Lab Assistant job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of a Lab Assistant job summary
Our busy medical testing laboratory is currently seeking an experienced Lab Assistant. The successful candidate will perform various tasks to support the laboratory technical staff, including blood specimen collection, specimen procurement, specimen processing, lab testing, sendouts and the maintenance of quality assurance records. The individual will work collaboratively with all patients in accordance with department. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Lab Assistant responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- Receive and process samples to identify suitability
- Prepare samples for testing using various types of laboratory equipment
- Perform laboratory testing, including pH and bacterial culturing
- Prepare and maintain accurate laboratory records
- Label specimens accurately and distribute them to the appropriate department
- Perform quality control as directed by the Laboratory Manager
- Clean and maintain work area and all lab equipment and supplies
Lab Assistant qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- School leaver’s certificate required
- Ability to organise and prioritise work for timely completion
- Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Able to easily understand complex instructions
- Able and willing to maintain strict level of confidentiality regarding laboratory results and records
- Excellent computer skills
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