Laboratory Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

SH Lab - Dallas, TX 75240, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Science, The Laboratory Technician I (LT-I) is responsible for the performance of patient testing. The LT-I ensures that all laboratory procedures are conducted in compliance with COLA/CLIA regulations and works under the supervision of the Technical Supervisor and General Supervisor. The LT-I follows and maintains knowledge of all laboratory procedures, excellent communication with all personnel, and fulfills other tasks as instructed.

• Ensure the confidentiality of patient information throughout all phases of laboratory testing.
• Performs sample preparations for screening and confirmation testing
• Maintain lab established turnaround time.
• Adhere to all safety, regulatory, and quality requirements
• Properly record results for further analysis and easy reference
• Monitor inventory samples and supplies
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Perform and document all laboratory logs
• Identify problems that may adversely affect patient test results
• Perform proficiency testing and/or split sample analysis periodically as outlined by laboratory protocol.
• Perform all quality assessment as assigned
• Retain record of all analytical activities performed for a minimum of 2 years.
• Monitor reagent, standard and quality control expiration date
• Work under the supervision of a laboratory technologist
• Participate in continuing education
• Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure quality control
• Good attendance is expected of all employees as a normal condition of work
• Other duties as requested

• Maintain strict adherence to Standard operating procedure.
• Laboratory Information System software
• Sample preparation for testing
• Pipetting skills
• Familiarity with common lab terminology
• Strong verbal, written and organizational skills
• Attention to detail; commitment to accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality
• Desire to work hard and meet laboratory expectations; positive attitude
• Respect to coworker and management
• Willing to meet on-call obligations as needed

• Associate of Science or Medical Technology degree from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry from an accredited college or university required

• Experience in high complexity testing including sample preparation, screening and confirmation testing required
• Experience with pipetting techniques required

$18 - $20/hour, based on experience

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