Laboratory Technician - Night Shift

Position Overview

The Laboratory Technician works under direct supervision to perform pre-analytical tasks and assist with analytical procedures for patient testing. The role is based in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The work schedule is 5 days a week (Tuesday through Saturday, 8 hours per day) with a shift from 8:00 pm to 4:30 a.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with testing all methods approved by CAP and CLIA under the supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).
• Provide training and guidance to other Laboratory Technicians, Assistants and Data Entry personnel as needed.
• Participate in process improvement activities including quality, safety, document management and proficiency testing.
• Assist with the implementation of new test methods and interact with vendors for validations and new equipment setup.
• Perform instrument maintenance, repairs, preventative maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment.
• Monitor reagent and supply inventory and prepare laboratory reagents and assay materials following SOPs.
• Help organize patient specimens, assay worksheets/printouts, and assist in drafting laboratory documents such as Standard Operating Procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance requirements at all times.
• Undertake other related duties and support initiatives as directed by lead or management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in a Hard Scientific Field
• 1+ Years of experience in a professional laboratory

Benefits & Perks

• 10% Shift Differential on hours worked between 9:00 pm and 4:00 am
• $200.00 Weekend Differential for hours worked on Saturday and Sunday
• Consistent work schedule with 8-hour shifts