PH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 2 - 09222026-81087

About the role

The PH Laboratory Technician 2 for Newborn Screening supports laboratory testing and operations in the TDH Division of Laboratory Services. Under immediate supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director, the incumbent conducts laboratory and operational tasks that includes but not limited to preparing media and reagents, washing glassware, maintaining equipment, and specimen/sample accessioning, warehouse receiving, and training other laboratory technicians. This position performs routine technical and non-technical work that supports laboratory testing and operations of routine difficulty that is more complex and broader scope than a PH Laboratory Technician 1.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for data entry and accessioning in the Newborn Screening Laboratory. Keying demographics and ensuring that patient information is correct is essential for this role.
• Assist laboratory personnel in laboratory testing processes and operations including but not limited to routine laboratory and administrative tasks, prioritizing workloads, and completing assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist laboratory personnel in routine administrative and clerical work, data management and record retention in accordance with section and division processes and procedures.
• Accurately receive, accession, and route specimens/samples to appropriate laboratory section/areas for processing and testing.
• Assist laboratory personnel in specimen/sample inventory and management, reagent and supply inventory, procurement, waste management and disposal, and preparation/distribution of reagents, media, supplies for laboratory testing and operations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and at least one year full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field of study.

Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license is required for employment.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Undergraduate or graduate work received from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-to-year basis to a maximum of two years (e.g., 24 graduate semester hours or 36 graduate quarter hours in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience). A transcript with all credits is required to be uploaded with an employment application in order for the agency to properly evaluate a candidate's eligibility for a position in this classification.

Driver Requirements: A valid driver's license; for the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have a record of driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, or more than 4 moving violations.

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Instills Trust
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Knowledge Laboratory Procedures and Protocols
• Record Keeping and Documentation
• Health and safety Regulations
• Inventory Management
• Communication Practices

Skills

• Active Listening and Attention to Detail
• Technical Equipment Proficiency
• Problem Solving
• Data Entry and Computer Skills
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Communication Ability
• Critical Thinking
• Physical Stamina

Tools & Equipment

• General Lab Equipment
• Warehouse Equipment
• Autoclaves
• BSC and Fume-hoods
• Computers

Pay

Salary (Monthly): $3,229.00 - $4,041.00

Salary (Annually): $38,748.00 - $48,492.00