Laboratory Administrative Assistant
Job Description
LA Testing is seeking a Laboratory Administrative Assistant in South Pasadena, CA . This is an administrative support position for the laboratory manager and the analysts. It will oversee the shipping, receiving, distributing, and logging in of samples.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system Accept shipping and handling items received by the laboratory from clients- will train Review paperwork for all incoming samples to ensure completeness and correctness Inspect samples to ensure sample integrity is retained and that the packaging is not compromised Distribute samples to analysts once logged into LIMS system Make sure all samples are placed in the proper storage area to await analysis Generate analytical reports and enter data produced by analysts into the computer system for the production of the final, client ready report Reports are generated in the priority in which the department managers and/or office manager assigns them Ensure the final report is prepared within the required time frame and that the results are reported to the client in a timely manner Mail reports and invoices to clients Create and file final reports and invoices Create new job/projects using proprietary database software Answer high volume phone calls and interface with clients Assist with customer service client questions via phone and e-mail Act as a liaison between clients and laboratory staff Clerical duties such as answering phones, filing, faxing, assisting clients, scanning, and mailing as necessary
Requirements: High School Degree or equivalent Excellent Customer Service Skills- Customer Service Experience is a plus Science Background is desirable i.e.: science education background or laboratory experience Excellent computer skills Must be proficient in MS Office especially Excel and typing Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clientele Willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task Must be able to prioritize work assignments Must be organized and have attention to detail Must be able to stand and sit for various lengths of time Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
Available Shift:
Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with Saturday rotation schedule LA Testing offers full time benefits: medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay and a flexible spending account. Pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00 per hour. To find out more information about LA Testing please visit our web site at www.latesting.com EOE including Veterans and Disabled