What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at Millennium Health?
Under direct supervision, will be responsible for performing pre-analytical and assisting with the analytical procedures for patient testing.
EDUCATION
Requires Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Art in a scientific field
Job Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA
WORK SCHEDULE
The following are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in this position is responsible. This position is not intended to be complete or all-inclusive and does not preclude management from assigning other or related functions for which the individual has demonstrated competency through performance.
Laboratory
Remains aware of evolving needs and opportunities, showing flexibility in doing whatever is appropriate to support the Company's success. Pursues educational opportunities to maintain advanced and up-to-date knowledge in the field. Performs all other related duties as required and assigned and understands that the items in this description are not all-inclusive.
Requirements
EDUCATION
Requires BS or BA in a scientific field
Experience
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Benefits
Benefits Offered:
EDUCATION
Requires Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Art in a scientific field
Job Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA
WORK SCHEDULE
- 4x10 schedule 3 days between Tuesday and Friday, and each Saturday for a total of 4 days per week, 10 hours per day. Day shift
The following are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in this position is responsible. This position is not intended to be complete or all-inclusive and does not preclude management from assigning other or related functions for which the individual has demonstrated competency through performance.
Laboratory
- Assists with testing all test methods approved by CAP and CLIA under Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Supervision
- May provide training and guidance to other Laboratory Technicians, Laboratory Assistants and Data Entry personnel as well as other laboratory personnel as appropriate
- Assists in process improvement activities such as quality, safety, document management and control, and proficiency testing
- May assist with the implementation of test methods from internal and external sources
- May interact with vendors on special projects such as test method validations and new equipment
- May participate in technical studies designed to improve or validate clinical laboratory testing methods
- Required to work closely with CLSs and report all problems to Lead, laboratory operations; Supervisor and/or Director
- Assists with instrument maintenance and repair
- Performs preventative maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment and instruments
- Perform instrument troubleshooting, repairs and quality control procedures
- Monitors reagent and supply inventory
- May prepare laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs, standard laboratory recipes/formulas under CLS supervision
- Organizes patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and CLS review
- Assists in writing Laboratory documents such as Standard Operating Procedures and departmental forms
- Required to follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance
- Other duties as required
Remains aware of evolving needs and opportunities, showing flexibility in doing whatever is appropriate to support the Company's success. Pursues educational opportunities to maintain advanced and up-to-date knowledge in the field. Performs all other related duties as required and assigned and understands that the items in this description are not all-inclusive.
Requirements
EDUCATION
Requires BS or BA in a scientific field
Experience
- 1 years of general laboratory. Knowledge of laboratory terminology a plus
- 1 year experience working in a CLIA/CAP environment preferred, but not required
- Work in a repetitive environment at a fast pace
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to be a team player as well as work independently
- Must be dependable and reliable
- Must have the ability to establish effective working relationships with peers and managers
- Ability to ensure HIPAA, Confidentiality and Compliance policy, procedures, and standards are always adhered to
- Ability to ensure administrative, physical and technical cyber security controls are always adhered to
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position will require the following physical requirements; sitting (20 %), walking (10 %), standing (70 %), lifting up to 20 lbs on an occasional basis
- This position will require the following mental requirements; ability to read and understand standard operating procedures, ability to convert SOP instructions into work-related tasks, able to perform simple calculations as required in the SOP, able to use judgment when there is a deviation in the system and effectively communicate any discrepancy to his/her supervisor
- Employee is exposed regularly to moderate pressure/moderate stress situations, and therefore must be able to thrive in this type of environment
- Employee must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level
- Employee must be able to work an extended schedule as needed
- $45,760.00 - $49,920.00
- Offers are based on skills, knowledge, and abilities of the selected candidate
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Benefits
Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Time off and Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Behavioral and Health Care Resources
Salary : $45,760 - $49,920
