Clinical Lab Technician – Endocrine & GI Testing

Laboratory Corp. Of America; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, PTO or FT

Company bonus where applicable

Job summary

The Esoterix division at LabCorp is seeking a Technician to join their team in Calabasas, CA. The Lab Technician will assist in specimen testing under direct supervision according to established procedures, under the oversight of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in Rare Diseases.

The schedule is 3:00pm–1:30am on Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat (4/10 schedule); location: 4301 Lost Hills Rd, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301. Responsibilities include testing, documentation, and maintaining quality control across assays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or related life science field.
• Prior laboratory experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus.
• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in specimen testing under supervision by a Clinical Lab Scientist.
• Record dates of receipt, in use, and expiration for reagents, kits, controls, and standards used for assigned assays.
• Perform pipetting using pre-set devices, calibrated and approved automatic devices or fixed volume dispensers.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, document PM appropriately, and contact personnel for complex repairs.
• Adhere to SOPs and safety requirements of Esoterix, CLIA, CAP and other regulatory bodies.
• Document activities including preventive maintenance logs, instrument checks, troubleshooting, and QC to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop an understanding of laboratory medicine and the clinical significance of laboratory results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Color vision

Education

B.A./B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or relatable life science field

Job description

The Esoterix division at LabCorp is seeking a Technician to join their team in Calabasas, CA. The Lab Technician will assist in specimen testing under direct supervision according to established procedures, under the oversight of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in Rare Diseases.

The schedule is 3:00pm–1:30am on Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat (4/10 schedule); location: 4301 Lost Hills Rd, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301. Responsibilities include testing, documentation, and maintaining quality control across assays.