Natera
Lab Assistant I
Austin, TX
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About the role
- The role of a Laboratory Assistant I has the ability to receive specimens with an ability to exercise independent judgement in the performance of assigned laboratory tasks.
- This role ensures all workflow stations within the laboratory are given specimens in a timely manner, with turnaround time in consideration.
- The schedule is Monday-Friday from 2.00 PM-10:30 PM
Responsibilities
- Receive and deliver specimens to the appropriate workflows and/or labs
- Maintain organization of samples through physical and electronic sample storage and/or disposal. •Accurately enter patient data into the Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS).
- Prepares samples for shipment •Maintains organization of inventory, materials, and supplies within the lab
- Recognizes and escalates issues to the lead/supervisor
- This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and has access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job
- Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Employee must pass post offer criminal background check
- Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- both written and oral
Nice to have
- Science - related degree preferred
- Less than 1 year industry related experience preferred
Skills
- Communicating in a team setting
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills; both written and oral
- Positive attitude and ability to work well with others
- High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
- Proficient with Google Suites and Microsoft Office
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone and read printed material
- Repetitive hand motion may be necessary
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Compensation
- The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific
- $19.54 - $24.42 USD
Benefits
- Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
- Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits.
- Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more.
- Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
- Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women's health, and organ health.
- Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.
Company info
- Working alongside the elite of the industry, you'll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.
- We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.
Equal opportunity
- Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
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