Clinical Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytic specimen processing, including receiving, labeling, and preparing specimens for testing.
• Ensure correct patient identification on all specimens and related documentation to maintain accuracy and safety.
• Identify, document, and resolve pre-analytic specimen-related issues in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Enter patient information and test orders accurately into the laboratory computer system.
• Operate a variety of laboratory instruments, automated systems, and office equipment to support testing workflows.
• Troubleshoot basic instrumentation issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Prepare complex reagents and solutions following established procedures and quality standards.
• Manage work unit supply inventory, including monitoring stock levels and coordinating replenishment.
• Respond to a high volume of phone calls from internal and external stakeholders seeking laboratory testing information.
• Collaborate closely with technologists and other laboratory staff as an integral member of the patient testing team.
• Adhere to all laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory standards during specimen handling and processing.
• Provide training and guidance to new or less experienced staff on specimen processing and laboratory procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a human biological science is required. Acceptable degrees include Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Marine Biology, Neuroscience, or similar fields.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory science principles in chemistry and biology.
• Experience or coursework related to medical laboratory testing and specimen processing.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and automated systems.
• Proficiency with laboratory computer systems or similar data entry software.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in patient identification, labeling, and documentation.
• Effective communication skills for handling a high volume of phone calls and coordinating with laboratory staff.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, including inventory management and specimen workflow.

Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist experience or training is beneficial.
• Familiarity with clinical chemistry and biology laboratory practices.
• Understanding of specimen processing workflows in a central processing or core laboratory.
• Experience with instrumentation troubleshooting in a medical laboratory environment.
• OPT candidates are welcome for this role.
• Interest in long-term career growth within a large, high-performing healthcare organization.