Laboratory Technician

Precision Diagnostics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Diagnostics in San Diego, CA seeks a Laboratory Technician I to perform high complexity tests under the Laboratory Director's authorization. You will follow SOPs for specimen handling, operate instruments, and maintain logs in a fast-growing clinical lab.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma, reliability, problem solving, teamwork and the ability to stand for long periods while using PPE; typical schedule Tue-Sat 9:30 AM–6:30 PM.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent from a U.S. institution; foreign credentials must be evaluated by a NACES member.
• Previous lab experience preferred.
• Willingness to work in a laboratory setting and adhere to PPE and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Perform solvent preparation and handle laboratory software.
• Complete daily logs accurately.

Skills

Reliability

Problem solving

Accountability

Professionalism

Strong work ethic

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

ABOUT PRECISION DIAGNOSTICS:Precision Diagnostics, based in San Diego, California is a fast-growing clinical laboratory that specializes in providing drug testing, primarily for the purpose of helping physicians monitor their patient's undergoing treatment for pain or substance abuse. Precision’s objective is to improve patient adherence/compliance with their prescription regimen and protect medical practices from liability.THE ROLE:The Laboratory Technician I performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the Laboratory Director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities. The Laboratory Technician must pass a training and examination regimen that demonstrates their ability to perform specific tasks.OUTCOMES:Follow standard operating procedure (SOP) for specimen handling and processingDemonstrate working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation operation and maintenance.Follow SOP for solvent preparationAbility to properly utilize laboratory softwareProperly filling out daily logsWHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:Reliability and dependabilityProblem solvingAccountabilityProfessionalismStrong work ethicFlexibilityTeamworkHigh School diploma or equivalent from a U.S institution or if from foreign institution must be evaluated by a NACES organization memberPrevious lab experience preferredTo be successful, you agree that technology is a key part of every business process and you will make new technology adoption part of your routineBecome fluent in Microsoft 365 (formerly Office365) applications assigned to your role. Common applications include: Teams, Word, Excel, Tasks and PlannerComplete training in a timely manner that is assigned to you. Training is primarily conducted via Microsoft Learn modules and is assigned based on:Position/Job Role – Most positions require a core set of Microsoft 365 working knowledgeProject Role – As a member of a project team, you may be required to complete training before you can engage with the project team or commence project workAd-Hoc – Based on review of your performance via support requests, training modules will be assigned to increase skillsADDITIONAL JOB CONSIDERATIONS:Pay Rate: $23.00 per hourThis role operates in a laboratory environment.This role routinely uses laboratory equipment and requires the use of PPE.Must be able to meet physical demands of the position, including:Stand for long periods of time. Estimate 90% of time is spent standing and 10% spent sitting.Have frequent need to perform the following physical activities: bend/stoop/squat and reach above shoulders.Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities.This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.No travel is expected for this position.This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.