Automated Chemistry Lab Technician I - Indianapolis (6569)

Cordant Health Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off from Day 1

Health Savings Account (HSA)

EAP

Job summary

Cordant Health Solutions in Indianapolis, IN seeks a self-motivated Automated Chemistry Lab Technician to support laboratory operations. You will analyze biological specimens and operate automated chemistry instrumentation on a Monday–Friday, 4pm–12:30am schedule.

The role requires a 4-year science degree, lab experience preferred, and strong data-entry with high accuracy. Competitive pay with a differential for night hours is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field required (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical/Pre-Med).
• Laboratory experience preferred
• Data entry skills (alpha and numeric keyboarding) required
• Strong hand-eye coordination required
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment while maintaining quality and accuracy required
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, bend and carry as needed

Responsibilities

• Load specimens using automated chemistry instrumentation
• Assist with instrument calibration, QC review, and initial analytical review
• Documenting all preparations to fulfill compliance requirements
• Prepare and restock reagents and buffers as needed
• Perform routine operations including start of the day equipment initiation, verification of calibrations controls, reagents and reagent levels
• Assist with maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
• Review test results for release; document discrepancies and rectify errors
• Maintain records for specimen preparation and PHI handling
• Follow safety protocols, PPE requirements, and decontamination procedures

Skills

Lab experience

Data entry

Hand-eye coordination

Quality focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Indianapolis - Indianapolis, IN 46241, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Automated Chemistry Technician Automated Chemistry - Laboratory Operations

Location: Indianapolis, IN

We are seeking a self-motivated Full-Time Automated Chemistry Lab Technician to join our Laboratory Operations team. In this role, you will assist with analysis of biological specimens including urine and oral fluid (saliva). This position is also responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated chemistry instrumentation.

Shift: Monday- Friday 4pm- 12:30am

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Shift Differential: Additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Primary Responsibilities

• Load specimens using automated chemistry instrumentation
• Assist with instrument calibration, quality control (QC) review, and initial analytical review
• Documenting all preparations to fulfill compliance requirements
• Prepare and restock reagents and buffers as needed
• Perform routine operations including start of the day equipment initiation, verification of calibrations controls, reagents and reagent levels
• Assist with maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
• Review test results for release. Documents discrepancies, exceptions and unusual trends. Researches and rectifies errors
• Maintain accurate records associated with specimen preparation, including proper chain of custody handling and storage requirements
• Follow all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and decontamination procedures
• Maintain strict safeguards related to Protected Health Information (PHI)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field required (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical/Pre-Med)
• Laboratory experience preferred
• Data entry skills (alpha and numeric keyboarding) required
• Strong hand-eye coordination required
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy required
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, bend, and carry as needed

Benefits

Cordant supports employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible staff (per state regulations), including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning Day 1
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance #LAB123