Lab Assistant Intern at Sonic Reference Laboratory in Austin, TX

Summary: Sonic Reference Laboratory is a Great Place to Work certified employer dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. The Lab Assistant Intern will assist with department operations, learn from an experienced team, and perform various laboratory procedures. Responsibilities: - Learn to accurately evaluate specimen orders and enter clinical data/information into a variety of computer systems (i.e. order entry, patient demographics and/or results). Identify any missing or invalid data entry information and take the appropriate action to correct - Perform laboratory procedures as directed to process and submit patient specimens for analysis - Operate automated and semi-automated equipment according to standard operating procedures - Effectively communicate deficiencies to appropriate personnel, including deficiencies related to specimens, paperwork, database information, and equipment - Accurately document information as required, including processing logs, quality control, and labeling of reagents - Routinely handle biohazardous and/or chemical hazardous material Required Qualifications: - Rising junior or senior pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a field of science - A minimum 3.0 GPA is required - Self-starter with a strong work ethic and a passion for learning - Creative thinker with problem-solving skills - Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment - Strong multitasking skills with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously - Light to moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs.) - Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching - Occasional carrying, pushing, and pulling of objects - Frequent, prolonged standing/sitting/walking - Extensive computer work - Routinely handle biohazardous and/or chemical hazardous material Required Skills: Specimen order evaluation, Clinical data entry, Laboratory procedures, Automated laboratory equipment operation, Quality control documentation, Biohazardous material handling, Chemical hazardous material handling