TANGGUNG JAWAB PEMBANTU MAKMAL

Position Title: LABORATORY ASSISTANT

Job Code: OPSEU - Laboratory Attendant 2, 15502
Job ID: 8575

Purpose of Position:
To provide technical support in a diagnostic medical laboratory in receiving, recording and
processing specimens, preparing culture media and reagents for test procedures, cleaning
reusable equipment used in tests and maintaining laboratory stock. To receive, prepare and
distribute specimens received for testing.

Duties/Responsibilities:
1) Opening/Receiving specimens, sorting by disciplines, labeling and numbering specimens
and tubes according to predetermined numbering sequences for each test and separates
specimens by type of test required, distributing specimens to the sections and transferring to
other laboratories. Takes appropriate action regarding leaking specimens, unusual or STAT
requests, or hazardous situations.

2) Validates that requisitions and specimens match. Refers all difficult or unclear requests to
supervisor

3) Prepares media, stains, reagents,

4) Under the direction of the section head, assists in the laboratory by carrying out technical,
sub-technical and non-technical duties according to established protocols e.g. entering /
filtering water, inoculating cultures, streaking plates for isolated colonies, preparing slides,
making dilutions, centrifuging and separating bloods, etc.

5) Collecting, cleaning and sterilizing glassware and reusable items, recycling items and
autoclaving and disposing of contaminated and non-reusable items.

6) Maintains a clean and safe environment by complying with the Laboratory Branch Safety
Manual .

7) Performing stock keeping, receiving and shipping tasks , e.g. maintaining stock levels,
packaging for shipment according to TDG legislation

8) Performing back-up clerical tasks such as reception, filing, answering telephone, keying
data into computer, mailing and photocopying.

Knowledge:
Job requires knowledge of biology sufficient to differentiate between various parts of the
human body, and knowledge of chemistry procedures to follow instructions in preparing
various solutions and stains and culture media by using methods such as centrifuging,
inoculating, and incubating. Job requires knowledge of laboratory practices and techniques
to handle delicate instruments/equipment, to observe appropriate safety precautions in
handling flammable/hazardous solutions to keep lab equipment aseptic.

Job requires knowledge of office procedures for data entry, filing and retrieval, recording
data, mailing, answering telephone/queries and stock maintenance.

Knowledge required to perform medical laboratory assistant duties normally acquired

through courses and/or experience within a medical laboratory OR through completion of a
Medical Laboratory Assistant Course.

Job requires accountability to adhere to all quality policies in order to ensure the quality of
laboratory tests and results.

Staffing and Licensing Requirements:

N/A

Skills:
Job requires analytical skills and knowledge of metric measurements to assist with
calculations, mixing and weighing. Job requires reasoning skills to prepare culture media,
stains and solutions in accordance with prescribed procedures, instructions and formulae in
order to prevent invalid or inaccurate laboratory results. Job requires manual dexterity skills
to use fingers to uncork specimens, tubes and prepare culture media. Job requires physical
co-ordination skills in operating instruments and equipment e.g. pipettes, glassware washer,
steam autoclaves. Job requires keyboard data entry skills to enter or look up pertinent
patient specimen information. Job requires oral communication skills to exchange
information to clarify test requests or discrepancies with nurses, medical receptionists, and
medical technologists. Job requires written communications skills to follow technical
instructions. Job requires interpersonal skills to work as a member of a team, e.g to ensure
all specimens are processed and to ensure culture media are prepared for use by
technologists and other professional staff. Job requires the ability to rotate into different
areas/sections of the laboratory performing a variety of tasks.

Freedom of Action:
Job requires working within well-established branch policies, which provide guidance on
completion of tasks. Job requires performing tasks according to instructions from
supervisor, technologists and professional staff, and according to written procedures. Job
requires ensuring adherence to instructions in the completion of tasks in order to prevent
invalid or inaccurate test results. Job requires referring to the supervisor problems and
unusual requests such as mismatching of names of tests, uncertainty of appropriate testing
required. Job requires planning and organizing own activities e.g. logging, sorting and
opening specimens within specified timeframes to ensure priority treatment of specimens
requiring quick processing.
Lab Attendant Position.
From January 03, 2008 to May 21,2007
Full & Part- time
MACES Computer Lab Attendant’s Job Description
Position Title: Computer Lab Attendant
Position Function: The lab attendant is responsible for the effective operation of the
computer lab and
providing effective customer service to lab clients.
Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Customer service is important – be professional and pleasant to all lab users.
2. Maintain a strong work ethic. Always show up to work on time and give
the job your full effort.
3. Assist the lab students with printing problems by finding out answers from the various
sources that
are available in and out of the computer lab
4. Maintain the equipment at good operating levels at all times by replacing paper and
toner cartridges.
In addition, when necessary, report hardware and software problems to the Manager.
5. Attend required training periode offered by MACES . Attendance is
mandatory for all lab-related training sessions.
6. Maintain the general security of the lab equipment and the environment in the lab,
including enforcement of MACES rules in regard to printing, etc.
7. Maintain general appearance of lab as a quiet, clean study area.
9. Other assigned duties may include: Subbing in non-assigned labs, picking up and
delivering
supplies & creating various signs as needed.
10. Maintain clear communication with superiors by utilizing telephone and checking
email on a daily
basis.
11. Utilize advanced planning techniques and time-management to ensure a good
attendance record
and/or to acquire subs well in advance.