SPECIMEN PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (2ND SHIFT)

RiseMe; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

USDTL is seeking a dedicated Specimen Processing Technician to support forensic toxicology testing in a fast-paced lab environment. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork as you handle sample preparation, documentation, and chain-of-custody workflows.

The position requires 2+ years in a lab or an associated degree; a Bachelor’s in Science is preferred. Comprehensive benefits and a focus on professional growth are offered to help protect and enrich lives.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of relevant lab experience or an Associate/Bachelor degree in Science.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Science, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow SOPs and laboratory safety guidelines for designated function modules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe work area.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems, document and notify supervisors.
• Follow proper protocol and complete follow-up to resolve problems.
• Demonstrate competency in all job function modules under supervision.
• Complete documentation on worksheets and corrective actions.
• Support team goals and maintain competencies including pipette usage.
• Accurately complete Chain of Custody Worksheets.
• Prepare samples for downstream testing and ensure sample integrity.
• Utilize good laboratory practices and proper labeling of samples.

Skills

Lab experience

Pipetting

Chain of Custody

Quality control

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree in Science

Job description

Description

Forensic toxicology testing is an exciting and expanding field. USDTL is a great company for professional experience and growth. We provide a work environment that promotes learning basic laboratory practices in a production-oriented environment with positive reinforcement of teamwork, communication, and professionalism. Joining our team is making a commitment to our mission of protecting and enriching lives.

USDTL is a global leader in forensic toxicology testing of drug and alcohol exposed newborns and mothers as well as other at-risk populations. We service hospitals, child protection agencies, the Department of Defense, legal services, businesses, and more. USDTL prides itself on cutting edge research and testing. We are the laboratory of choice for umbilical cord testing, fingernail/hair testing, and PEth testing. Providing accurate results that lead to early intervention has significant benefits for children, families, and communities. We seek passionate employees who share our dedication to our mission to protect and enrich lives and who challenge themselves each day to help our teams succeed in achieving these goals in a dynamic fast-paced environment.

The Specimen Processing Technician will be required to:

• Locate, read, and accurately follow: SOP’s and laboratory safety related to designated job function module(s) in either Initial Aliquoting or Confirmation Aliquoting. Compliance with HIPAA and personal health information standards and SOP’s.
• Maintain the laboratory and/or work area as a clean, organized, safe environment.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems/errors, perform corrective actions, notify supervisors and document the event.
• Understand and follow proper protocol, contact appropriate staff, and perform follow-up for resolving problem specimens and/or forms.
• Following in-house training, must demonstrate complete competency in all aspects of job function module under supervision of Team Lead and/or Supervisor.
• Perform all associated computer and worksheet documentation and make appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
• Complete activities to support job module team goals.
• Complete initial competency and maintain all necessary competencies associated with appropriate Aliquoting module including pipette competencies.
• Accurately complete Chain of Custody Worksheets.
• Be Proficient in sample preparation for downstream testing processes. Know and utilize good laboratory practices for all work.
• Pipette and weigh aliquots accurately for matrix and test requirements; record appropriate information on worksheets.
• Maintain Sample Integrity: Ensure that aliquots are appropriately labeled and correctly match original specimen containers. Keep lab apparatus and equipment clean to avoid cross-contamination.
• Store samples and aliquots appropriately for matrix and test requirements.
• Prepare blind QC, sample spikes, and negative pool samples.
• Demonstrate proficiency in general laboratory processes such as performing dilutions, use of volumetric flasks, decanting, centrifugation, sonication, etc. as well as cleaning of laboratory equipment, glassware, benches, etc.
• Not authorized to perform higher complexity analytical test processes and certify test results unless additional qualification and training requirements are met.

Schedule will be Monday through Friday 1pm to 9:30pm

Requirements

Two or more years relevant lab experience or Associate, Medical Technology, or Bachelor degree in Science. Alternatively, a Specimen Accessioning Technician II with one year of experience in role meeting proficiency, competency and professionalism standards.

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Science, or like field.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) plan with company contributions; and tuition reimbursement.

USDTL is an equal opportunity and everify employer along with a drug free workplace

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.