What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Tech Aide - 2nd Shift position at Select Source International?
Job Title: Lab Tech Aide - 2nd Shift
Work Site: Altavista, VA 24517
Duration: 11 Months Contract with possible extension
Shift/Schedule: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM [Mon-Fri]
Pay Rate: $20/hr on w2 w/o benefits
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
- Preparation and extraction of samples for GC/MS confirmation in the forensic toxicology laboratory
- Safely operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure proper functionality
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents, controls and calibrators in compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines
- Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures
- Sound technical decision-making regarding testing and problem solving
- Storage of and replenishment of supplies as needed
- Adherence to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
- Adherence to all established guidelines outlined in Employee Handbook
- Must comply with company policies
- Maintain a safe work environment and always wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Basic Qualifications | Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or a related science
- Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required for Technologist level
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus
- High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
- Must be able to pass a standardized colour vision screen
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
Competencies:
- Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds
- Ability to have full body movement
- Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms
- Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations
- Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40), and CAP-FUDT guidelines
- Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors
- Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations
- Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment
- May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials
Required Business Travel Requirements:
- Domestic travel may be required when subpoenaed to testify in legal proceedings. Travel to other domestic Alere offices may also be required
Mental/Reasoning Requirements:
- The following are the mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed.
- Inability to meet one or more of the mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position.
- Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement:
- Math and reasoning ability to develop and communicate laboratory procedures and reports
- Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations
- Ability to cope with stress induced during legal proceedings
- Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40), and CAP-FUDT guidelines
- Ability to transcribe data in a legible handwriting
- Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors
- Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations
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