Laboratory Technician II

State-of-Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma's Lexington Assessment and Reception Center/Medical unit is hiring a Laboratory Technician I to perform routine lab procedures under supervision in a on-site setting.

The position requires one year of laboratory experience (or an equivalent amount of college-level lab coursework) and a current Phlebotomist certification in good standing.

The salary is $45,760 per year and the role supports standard laboratory operations with attention to safety and accurate recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in laboratory work performing laboratory procedures.
• Phlebotomist certification required.
• On-site position at Lexington facility.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory procedures and prepares slides and smears.
• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment.
• Maintains simple laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area according to standard laboratory practice.

Skills

Basic lab techniques

Safety precautions

Recordkeeping

Specimen handling

Laboratory equipment operation

Computer literacy

Education

Lab science coursework

Job description

Job Posting TitleLaboratory Technician IIAgency131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONSSupervisory OrganizationDOC Medical/LARCJob Posting End DateRefer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)Full/Part-TimeFull timeJob TypeRegularCompensation$45,760.00This salary is non-negotiable.Job DescriptionLocation:Lexington Assessment and Reception Center/MedicalREQUIRED: Please upload transcript and Phlebotomist certification.Basic Purpose :Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for supporting laboratory operations, performing maintenance functions and completing non-technical routine laboratory tests and procedures under the direction of professional staff.Typical Functions :Performs routine laboratory procedures such as preparation of media and basic preparation of slides and smears.Conducts non-technical routine laboratory tests and procedures under the direction of professional staff.Sets up and operates laboratory equipment in preparation for specimen examinations.Opens, separates, numbers and arranges specimens for laboratory examination and trace results.Maintains simple laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies by cleaning and maintaining quality assurance records.Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.Level Descriptor :This is the career level where incumbents are fully qualified to perform a variety of routine laboratory tests and procedures using standard testing procedures and assists more experienced personnel in performing more complex testing procedures.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies :Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports; and of elementary laboratory techniques and safety precautions.Ability is required to perform basic laboratory tasks; to keep specimens properly marked; to maintain adequate written laboratory records; and to utilize a computer.Education and Experience :Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of experience in laboratory work performing laboratory procedures; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one college-level laboratory science course for each six months of the required experience.Special Requirements :A current certification in good standing as a Phlebotomist is required.This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:Agency Contact