Esoteric Microbiology Lab Technologist - Trainee

Labcorp; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp in Burlington, NC is seeking a Technologist Trainee to join our clinical laboratory team. You will work Sunday through Thursday 2:00pm–10:30pm, determine specimen acceptability, perform procedures, monitor instrumentation, and contribute to patient care through accurate test results.

New graduates welcome; full training provided. A bachelor’s degree in a chemical/biological science or medical technology is required; ASCP/AMT certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• Understanding of laboratory operations and procedures
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
• Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Labcorp in Burlington, NC is seeking a Technologist Trainee to join our clinical laboratory team. You will work Sunday through Thursday 2:00pm–10:30pm, determine specimen acceptability, perform procedures, monitor instrumentation, and contribute to patient care through accurate test results.

New graduates welcome; full training provided. A bachelor’s degree in a chemical/biological science or medical technology is required; ASCP/AMT certification preferred.