Lab Technician - I

SGS Consulting; East Windsor Hill (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting seeks a skilled laboratory technician to support medical laboratory operations in East Windsor Hill, CT. The role involves setting up and maintaining equipment, processing specimens, and collaborating with a pathologist on diagnoses as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree preferred and 0–2 years of experience. Strong attention to detail and data recording will be essential in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred.
• 0–2 years experience required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment.
• Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
• Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives.
• Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
• May examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities. Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Work independently

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in medical technology or vocational training

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment.
• Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
• Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives.
• Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
• May examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities. Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage ones time.
• Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases.
• Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred.
• 0–2 years experience required.