PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 2 - 10132026-81732

About the role

The PH Laboratory Technician 2 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 include, but are not limited to, preparing media and reagents, washing glassware, maintaining equipment, and specimen/sample accessioning, warehouse receiving, and training other laboratory technicians. This classification performs routine technical and non-technical work that supports laboratory testing and operations of routine difficulty that is more complex and broader in scope than a PH Laboratory Technician 1.

Responsibilities

• 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 the appropriate laboratory sections/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 and media supplies for laboratory testing and operations.
• Contribute to laboratory processes and procedures; perform routine equipment service and maintenance; assist in process improvements and troubleshooting.
• Communicate and coordinate laboratory operational and testing activities with laboratory personnel, supervisors, and/or managers.
• Notify laboratory supervisors and managers of any operational issues and maintain effective communication among personnel.
• Participate in section and division activities and initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications