Laboratory Technician

The Laboratory Technician assists the Laboratory Scientist in a multitude of tasks.   The primary role is to assist in ensuring smooth laboratory processes and serve as  support to the scientist.   The following tasks are required on a day to day basis. 

·        Perform start up on all instruments.

·        Perform maintenance on all the instruments.

·        Perform pre-analytic and analytic phase of testing patient test.

·        Perform bench top disinfection at the end of each shift and ensure lab is clean, trash is out and ready for next shift.

·        Assist with other lab personnel and keep lab supervisor or shift lead informed on all activities and issues.

·        Assist with supply/equipment inventory ordering and organization.

·        Retrieve of sample pending, re-run status.

·        Perform all tasks assigned.

·        Maintain all cooperative working relationships with other departments and co-workers.

·        Support laboratory staff by maintaining logs and record books, troubleshooting and resolving problems, assist with special projects.

·        Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance and calling for repairs.

·        Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.

·        Update job knowledge by participating in education opportunities and reading technical publications.

·        Enhance laboratory and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

·        Adhere to strict attendance guidelines with flexible work schedule.

·        Comply with all HIPPA guidelines.

·        Adhere to all Company health and safety standards.

·        Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Computer proficient, especially with Microsoft Office products.

·         Effective written and verbal communication abilities.

·         Accurate and diligent with a high attention to detail.

·         Awareness of scientific principles and practice.

·         Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Previous laboratory experience.

·         Proficient in LIS.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma.

Two Year Accredited MLT Program

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Must be able to pass standardized color vision test.

·         Ability to lift up to 30lbs.

·         Strong eye hand coordination in order to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight.

·         Ability to wear laboratory personal protective equipment (PPE) 3-6 hours out of the day.

 Solaris Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer