Gross Counter Technician - Fort Collins , CO

Advancedderm; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advancedderm in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Lab Technician to accurately process specimens and ensure laboratory procedures are followed. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science and reports to the Laboratory Supervisor.

The candidate should be able to sit for extended periods, perform repetitive hand motions, and lift up to 25 lbs occasionally. Key responsibilities include meticulous documentation, specimen labeling, and collaboration with pathology staff while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and adapt to changing demands.
• Maintain focus and deliver quality work within tight timeframes.
• Adhere to all department protocols and procedures.
• Assist in other areas of the lab as directed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science

Job description

Fort Collins, CO, USA

Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Laboratory

JOB SUMMARY: Utilizes training and knowledge to accurately process specimens and ensure that all support systems are operated according to established procedures.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science

JOB RELATIONSHIPS :

• Reports directly to Laboratory Supervisor

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged sitting
• Repetitive hand, wrist and shoulder motion
• Lifting up to 25 lbs. occasionally

EXAMPLE OF WORK PERFORMED

The omission of specific statements or descriptions does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

ADMINISTRATIVE:

• Recognizes the irretrievability of each sample submitted and processes each specimen with respect.
• Ability to provide the pathology staff with the following information on each case: size, color, weight, dimensions, count, labeling of cassettes into which the specimens are placed, appropriate comments, and techniques employed in the cut and works within the guidelines set forth within the gross department manual.
• Notifies department supervisor of any situation that arises that goes beyond the individual’s education, training or experience.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing demands.
• Maintain focus and consistently deliver quality work within tight timeframes.
• Must be accurate and productive.
• Must adhere to all department protocols and procedures.
• Must be reliable, dependable and have an excellent attendance history.
• Must be a team player.
• Assists in other areas of the lab as directed.
• Participates in special projects and/or assignments as requested by Manager /Director.

PROFESSIONAL:

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to do detailed multi-tasks.
• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with others.