Tecnólogo Médico

GC Labtech Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

GC LabTech, Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Technologist to join our team in a state-of-the-art laboratory that processes hundreds of thousands of plasma donor samples annually.

The role covers daily testing, quality control, instrument validation, SOP maintenance, and CFR-compliant documentation; travel for training may be required. A B.S. in a life sciences field and 5 years of lab experience, with English fluency and strong organizational skills, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, biology, microbiology, chemical science, or related life sciences.
• Minimum 5 years of related laboratory experience.
• Ability to work flexible schedules to meet business and production needs.
• Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no H-1B visa sponsorship.
• Fluently speak, read, and write English; professional communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and access samples from clients; test according to SOP and verify results in LIS.
• Test samples; monitor and evaluate quality control data and initiate corrective action.
• Assist in validation of new laboratory tests and/or instruments.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment; troubleshoot and document corrective actions.
• Follow and enforce all laboratory safety guidelines.
• Travel as required for instrument training or manufacturer requirements.
• Assist with receipt and management of supplies and reagents; prepare and test reagents.
• Document CFR- and regulatory-compliant details accurately.
• Assist in development or revision of laboratory SOPs.
• Schedule/plan routine maintenance to minimize workflow impact.
• Support the organization’s mission, vision, values, and high standards.

Skills

English fluency

Flexible schedule

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, biology, microbiology, chemical science, or related life sciences

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

GC LabTech, Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Technologist to join our team. GCLT exclusively performs testing for source plasma donation in our state-of-the-art laboratory, combining technology and automation to swiftly process hundreds of thousands of donors annually.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for daily testing in the laboratory or a specialized subsection of the laboratory. This includes testing samples in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice and GC LabTech policies, procedures, and directives regarding sample quality, integrity, and testing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Receive and access samples from clients. Test samples according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and verify results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Perform, monitor, and evaluate quality control data; determine trends, causes, or patterns of acceptability or unacceptability of results and initiate corrective action as needed.
• Assist in the validation of new laboratory tests and/or instruments.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment as needed. Troubleshoot instruments, resolve technical problems, document and initiate corrective action plans, and follow through as needed.
• Follow, monitor, and enforce all laboratory safety guidelines.
• Travel as required to attend instrument training or continuing education provided by the manufacturer or other company requirements.
• Assist with receipt and management of supplies and reagents and notify appropriate personnel when new supplies are needed. Prepare, label, and test reagents as required.
• Accurately and consistently complete the detailed documentation as required by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and other Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, laws, and GC LabTech policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and/or revision of laboratory SOPs.
• Perform/schedule/plan routine maintenance on equipment as needed to minimize the impact on workflow.
• Continuously support the organization’s mission, vision, values, and high standards.
• Any other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in medical technology, biology, microbiology, chemical science, or related life sciences
• Minimum 5 years of related laboratory experience
• Ability to work flexible schedule(s) to meet business and production needs
• Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S.; the company does not sponsor visas for candidates who require an H-1 B visa
• Fluently speak, read, and write English. Professional phone and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred Skills

• MT/MLS (ASCP) or equivalent is highly desired
• 3 -5 years of high-volume clinical, reference, or specialty laboratory experience
• Ability to work in a team environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The job responsibilities require frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, balancing, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds. Manual dexterity is necessary. Normal color perception is required (color blind test required).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job is performed in a professional lab environment. This position is OSHA Category I, as the employee must work under conditions with potential contact with blood or blood components due to splashes, spills, and/or sharps. Immunizations/vaccinations: Hep B vaccination is highly encouraged.