Laboratory Scientist: Impactful Lab Work & Growth

TriCore Reference Laboratories; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TriCore Reference Laboratories seeks a Laboratory Scientist at Kaseman Hospital to perform waived, moderate or high complexity tests under CLIA guidelines. The role includes equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, quality control, and potential POCT oversight.

Training staff and liaising with internal/external customers may be involved. The position requires a relevant degree with CLIA knowledge; shifts include evenings or weekends with on-call duties as needed, supporting patient care and

Qualifications

• Must meet CLIA regulations options described for Laboratory Scientist I-III.
• No experience required for Scientist I; additional experience for II/III.
• Educational pathways include bachelor’s or associate degree in relevant labs and chemistry/biology coursework.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate or high complexity laboratory tests for diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair laboratory equipment.
• Run and evaluate quality control to ensure instrument readiness for patient testing.
• Assist with waived point-of-care testing and regulatory inspections.

Skills

CLIA knowledge

QA/QC

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological or chemical science

Associate’s degree in laboratory science or medical lab tech

Education and training equivalent to an associate

Job description

TriCore Reference Laboratories seeks a Laboratory Scientist at Kaseman Hospital to perform waived, moderate or high complexity tests under CLIA guidelines. The role includes equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, quality control, and potential POCT oversight.

Training staff and liaising with internal/external customers may be involved. The position requires a relevant degree with CLIA knowledge; shifts include evenings or weekends with on-call duties as needed, supporting patient care and