Laboratory Technician - Closing Shift

Position Overview

Under direct supervision, will be responsible for performing pre-analytical and assisting with the analytical procedures for patient testing.

Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA

Schedule: 5 days a week, Tuesday thru Saturday – 8 hours per day. Shift time is 4:00 pm to 12:30 am. 10% shift differential on hours worked between 9pm and 4am. $200.00 weekend differential when hours are worked on Saturday and Sunday.

Salary: $45,760.00 - $48,880.00

Key Responsibilities

• 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, Data Entry personnel, and 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.
• Works closely with CLSs and reports all problems to the lead, laboratory operations; supervisor and/or director.
• Assists with instrument maintenance and repair, including performing preventative maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Performs instrument troubleshooting, repairs, and quality control procedures.
• Monitors reagent and supply inventory.
• May prepare laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs 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.
• Follows all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and quality assurance protocols.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Remains aware of evolving needs and opportunities, supporting the Company’s success.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Requires BS or BA in a Hard Scientific Field.
• Experience Required: 1+ years of professional laboratory experience and 1+ years of general laboratory experience; knowledge of laboratory terminology is a plus.
• Ability to 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.
• Dependable and reliable, with the ability to establish effective working relationships with peers and managers.
• Adherence to HIPAA, confidentiality, and compliance policies, procedures, and standards.
• Commitment to following administrative, physical, and technical cyber security controls.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance.
• 401k with Company Match.
• Paid Time off and Holidays.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Behavioral and Health Care Resources.
• Opportunity to apply to our Clinical Toxicologist Scientist training program.