Extractions Technician I (5919)

Cordant Health Solutions; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO) from Day 1

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

STD/LTD

Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

Cordant Health Solutions in Flagstaff is seeking an Extractions Lab Technician to prepare biological specimens for analysis. You will handle urine and oral fluid samples, perform extractions, and maintain chain-of-custody records under supervision of a Laboratory Manager.

The role requires a science-related bachelor's degree, strong data-entry skills, and careful work in a high-volume environment. Various daytime shifts are available, with pay and shift differential noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field required.
• Data entry skills (alpha and numeric keyboarding) required.
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment while maintaining quality and accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Aliquot urine and/or oral fluid specimens for sample preparation procedures.
• Perform sample preparation techniques including hydrolysis, solid phase extraction, and liquid-liquid extraction per SOPs.
• Prepare samples for LC/MS-MS analysis.
• Prepare and restock reagents and buffers as needed.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Troubleshoot issues as necessary and elevate when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records for specimen preparation and chain of custody.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Work in high-volume environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Flagstaff - Flagstaff, AZ 86004, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Job Shift: Day, Extractions Lab Technician

We are seeking a self-motivated Extractions Lab Technician to join our Laboratory Operations team. Under the supervision of a Laboratory Manager, the Extractions Lab Technician is responsible for preparing biological specimens for analysis using confirmation instrument technology. This includes handling urine and oral fluid specimens, performing sample preparation and extraction of analytes, and maintaining strict adherence to chain of custody documentation.

Shift: Various Shifts Available - To Be Discussed During an Interview

Pay Rate: $19.50-20.00 per hour

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

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

Qualifications - Extractions Lab Technician:

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field required (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical/Pre-Med, Forensics, or Toxicology) required
• 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

Primary Responsibilities - Extractions Lab Technician:

• Aliquot urine and/or oral fluid specimens for sample preparation procedures
• Perform sample preparation techniques including specimen hydrolysis, solid phase extraction, and liquid-liquid extraction in accordance with laboratory SOPs
• Prepare samples for liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS) analysis
• Prepare and restock reagents and buffers as needed
• Assist with maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
• Troubleshoot issues as necessary and elevate when appropriate
• Maintain accurate records associated with specimen preparation and chain of custody
• Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with education, training, and abilities