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What does an assistant lab coordinator do?

An Assistant Lab Coordinator supports the daily operations of a laboratory by assisting with organizing lab activities, maintaining equipment, and ensuring that safety protocols are followed. They often help with scheduling, inventory management, and providing support to students or researchers working in the lab. Additionally, they may assist in preparing materials for experiments, maintaining records, and troubleshooting minor technical issues. Their role is essential in keeping the lab running smoothly and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant lab coordinator?

To thrive as an Assistant Lab Coordinator, you need a background in laboratory sciences, strong organizational abilities, and attention to detail, often supported by a relevant degree or laboratory technician certification. Familiarity with laboratory management systems, safety protocols, and inventory tracking tools is commonly required. Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help coordinate activities and ensure compliance. These skills are essential for maintaining efficient lab operations, supporting research accuracy, and ensuring a safe working environment.

What are the main challenges an assistant lab coordinator faces when managing multiple experiments simultaneously?

Assistant Lab Coordinators often juggle several experiments at once, which requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Balancing different timelines, ensuring proper documentation, and maintaining equipment readiness can be challenging, especially during peak research periods. Effective communication with researchers and lab staff is essential to prioritize tasks and troubleshoot issues quickly. Developing efficient workflows and staying adaptable can help manage these demands successfully.

What is the difference between Assistant Lab Coordinator vs Lab Technician?

AspectAssistant Lab CoordinatorLab Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate degree or relevant certification, some roles may require a bachelor'sAssociate degree or technical certification in laboratory sciences
Work EnvironmentSupervisory support, administrative tasks, coordination roles in labsHands-on laboratory work, sample analysis, equipment operation
Employer & Industry UsageResearch labs, educational institutions, healthcare facilitiesResearch labs, clinical labs, manufacturing settings
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding administrative and coordination roles in labsTechnical and operational lab work

The Assistant Lab Coordinator primarily handles administrative, organizational, and supervisory tasks within laboratory settings, often requiring some certification or degree. In contrast, Lab Technicians focus on performing technical procedures, sample analysis, and equipment operation. Both roles are essential in lab environments but differ in responsibilities and skill sets.

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Assistant Lab Coordinator jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Assistant Lab Coordinator job openings:

Assistant Lab Coordinator jobs near you

Clinical Lab Assistant I, Part Time, Variable

The Dalles, OR • On-site

Adventist Health
Non-Profits • 10K+ employees
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$20.41 - $32.97/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

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7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description


In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.
Job Summary:
Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles and processes specimens for Laboratory testing. Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow. Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. This position is represented by OFNHP.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI
  • Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
  • Experience in Phlebotomy in acute care environment: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI) license: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:
  • Collects blood specimens for a variety of Laboratory tests using age-appropriate techniques; handles/transports Lab specimens and provides post-phlebotomy care to patients. Receives specimens for testing; assesses specimens upon receipt according to established criteria to determine acceptability and takes action according to protocol including escalating to licensed or certified personnel for direction. Handles and processes a variety of specimen types to prepare them for analysis; adheres to protocols to maintain specimen integrity at all times.
  • Completes computerized tasks as appropriate for affiliate to ensure complete patient registration and/or test order entry into the lab information system, as well as generation of collection lists and/or labels. Prepares and/or packages specimens for transport to another Adventist Health or outside reference laboratory and may complete computer steps necessary for processing referred specimens.
  • Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies in work area and/or on phlebotomy cart. Maintains required records by completing basic documentation of pre-analytic and post-analytic work, as well as quality-related tasks. Participates in managing the laboratory workflow by performing duties such as monitoring pending work, escalating priority work, locating specimens, and coordinating specimen recollections.
  • Verbally communicates released/reported results. Routes, distributes and retransmits released/reported results. Stores and retrieves specimens.
  • Receives incoming calls for the laboratory and assists the caller as appropriate or transfers these calls to the appropriate laboratory section or person. Communicates with customer to clarify ambiguous, unclear or duplicate test orders.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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