Laboratory Technician I - Flow Cytometry

Responsibilities

• Receives, organizes and processes clinical specimens accurately.
• Identifies worksheet, computer, and specimen problems and demonstrates ability to either resolve or elevate to licensed personnel appropriately.
• Prepares and organizes written data, printouts, and other documents for licensed technologist to review.
• Prepares testing equipment, assists with preventative maintenance.
• Reports problems concerning individual tasks, equipment, and supplies to the Laboratory Supervisor or the Lead Technologist to ensure timely resolution.
• Operates automated equipment per SOP.
• Prepares reagents and controls using automated or fixed measuring devices following established SOP’s. Maintains complete and accurate records of reagents.
• Reports to pathologists, managers/supervisors/lead, technologists, and administrative requests.
• Reads and understands all SOP’s related to the department and adheres to all department rules and protocols.
• Logs of Quality Control and Quality Assurance results for review by licensed technologist and supervisor’s monthly signoff.
• Aids in preparation of validation documentation preparation for new tests and procedures as required by the company, following manufacturer’s guidelines or SOP’s established by the Company.
• Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning or performing / scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance, as required.
• Demonstrates initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedback.
• Attends department meetings and company in-service trainings to enhance knowledge on testing and systems.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree is required (in a life or physical science field is strongly preferred) / or AA or AS degree in conjunction with Medical Laboratory Technician License.
• 1+ years of experience equivalent to a Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Assistant preferred.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred.
• Basic understanding of MS Office programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards.
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.