Laboratory Technician I

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.

Essential Functions

- 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

Qualifications

Competencies

- 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

Educational Requirements

- 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

Qualifications

- Experience in high complexity testing including sample preparation, screening and confirmation testing required

- Experience with pipetting techniques required

Compensation
$18 - $20/hour, based on experience

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