Lab Technician

Work Mode: Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments, including hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, and coagulation.
• Use high-throughput automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic equipment to test sample types such as whole blood, serum, urine, and feces.
• Set up and execute laboratory tests, review results, and release findings in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on analyzers, including daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
• Perform basic analyzer troubleshooting techniques on one major department analyzer.
• Review and accept daily Quality Control reports and weekly Levey-Jennings charts.
• Handle and store all biological specimens in accordance with SOPs.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace.
• Properly handle and dispose of medical and biohazardous waste while adhering to all applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Consistently and properly fill out laboratory logs, including maintenance logs, environmental logs, and cleaning logs.
• Maintain various records, including medical records, courier logs, and manifests.
• Prepare biological specimens for shipment to offsite testing facilities, adhering to standards set by regulatory bodies such as the Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Receive, store, and log all laboratory and office supplies into designated locations.
• Operate and maintain secondary laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, pipettes, heating blocks, and slide stainers.
• Understand and follow SOPs and training modules set forth by the company Reference Laboratories.

Requirements:

• MT, MLT, CVT/RVT, or a 4-year degree.
• MT or MLT: Minimum 0 years of lab experience.
• CVT/RVT: Minimum 1 year of lab experience.
• 2-year degree: Minimum 1 year of lab experience.
• 4-year degree: Minimum 1 year of lab experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Able to sit and stand for long periods.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Flexible hours and overtime may be required.