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Description: Laboratory Assistant (I II, & III)Job DescriptionRole: Laboratory Assistant Department: Operations Levels: I, II, III Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Part-Time, PRNLocation: On-site, Overland Park, KSManages Others: NoPrepared Date: 03/04/2026Revised Date: 07/27/2026Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:The Laboratory Assistant primarily supports laboratory inventory management and supply operations by ensuring laboratory consumables, materials, and support areas are well stocked, organized, and available for daily operations. This role also performs a variety of nontechnical duties that help maintain a clean, safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment, including limited support for specimen handling and general operational tasks.Essential Job Duties:Level I - MinimumPrimary responsibility is to maintain laboratory inventory of consumables (tubes, labels, pipette tips, reagents, and other laboratory supplies), including monitoring stock levels, replenishing inventory, and notifying leadership of supply needs.Perform routine non-technical maintenance tasks such as cleaning benches, fume hoods, wiping down surfaces and organizing workstationsAliquot specimens into appropriately labeled and identified containers, per SOPAccurately label tubes, vials, and containers to support sample processing and testing workflowsAssist in preparing, organizing, and staging samples for testing, storage, or transportBank and file samples in designated storage areasPrint log sheetsWash laboratory glassware and dishes, ensuring proper cleaning, drying and storage, per SOPPerform simple upkeep of non-technical equipment (dishwasher, label printer, etc.)Monitor general laboratory cleanliness and assist with waste disposal and recycling proceduresFollow all laboratory safety procedures, including PPE requirements and proper waste handling Ensure work is performed in accordance with SOPs, quality standards and regulatory requirementsMaintain accurate records of completed tasks and communicate any issues or discrepancies to supervisor Attention to detail in all duties and activities. Manage time according to meeting Department Turnaround timesCompliance with all applicable SOPs, Federal, State and Local regulationsCollaborate effectively with lab staff and contribute to an efficient and well-organized work environmentAble to consistently demonstrate MDX Core valuesOversees daily readiness of lab support areas (glassware, label stations, aliquoting areas, consumable inventory)Receive orders and deliveries Other duties as assigned by managementLevel II - Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following:Serve as a resource and provide training to team members on inventory management processes, supply organization, receiving, and other non-testing laboratory support functions.Interaction with other Departments as needed and build a relationship with other Leaders and ManagementCommunication within the Department with Manager to focus on needsTakes initiative to improve processes and SOPS. Level III- Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following:Assists with monitoring inventory trends and recommends improvements to inventory control and supply management processes.Updates SOPsIdentifies process inefficiencies and recommends improvement to supervisorEssential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Level I - MinimumHigh School Diploma or associate degree in chemistry or biology, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experienceMedical terminology is preferred, but not requiredPrior experience in a laboratory or healthcare setting preferred but not requiredStrong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks Excellent communication skills Professionalism? Ability to be at work on time and have flexibility? Computer data entry experience is highly recommendedTeam Oriented? Level II - Fully meets the qualifications of