Laboratory Technologist - 2nd Shift - ASCP Certification Required

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing according to established global protocols, timelines and established procedures (SOPs) to generate high-quality, error-free, analytical results.
• Escalate issues potentially impacting patient safety, data quality, service levels
• Perform and document quality controls per set SOPs and established guidelines.
• Perform and document routine equipment preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Work with instrument vendors to perform day to day maintenance and instrument troubleshooting
• Comply with relevant GxP, DoH, CAP and CLIA where locally applicable.
• Perform duties as assigned and other relevant delegated tasks, provide support of all laboratory functions including inventory, stocking, housecleaning, archiving and safety tasks, act as back-up to colleagues on leave.
• Perform clinical validations; integrate with QC/technical validation.
• Review and release results to clients.
• Run and review required proficiency testing samples.
• Cross-train appropriate personnel in qualified job tasks.

Qualifications

• Level I Experience: Minimum 1 year working in a diagnostic, clinical laboratory working with modern automation, Relevant ASCP certification, Proficient usage of a commercial grade or customized clinical LIMS
• Level II Experience: Minimum 4 years working in a diagnostic, clinical laboratory working with modern automation, Relevant ASCP certification, Proficient usage of a commercial grade or customized clinical LIMS
• Education: Associate of Applied Science acceptable, Bachelor of Applied Science in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology or Medical Technology preferred. If no Medical Technology degree from an accredited institution, transcripts are required.

Other

• Fluent in English.
• Ability to set and follow priorities, working accurately following set procedures and under deadlines.
• Prolonged usage of analytical and computer systems (>75% time). Ability to lift up to 20 kg (44 lb) from time to time.
• Proficient in good laboratory and documentation practices.
• Ability to multi-task with different instrumentation.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, requested to work weekends on a rotation basis.
• Ability to perform high complexity testing.
• Capable of identifying problems, root causes and solutions, documenting deviations and notifying superiors.

Benefits

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays