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What they do
A Clinical Laboratory Technician, in a clinical laboratory setting, helps with the performance of laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology laboratories, which provide information for medical patient diagnosis and treatment. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories.
$64,355 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
NeoGenomics:
As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, or within a training environment, the Laboratory Technician will assist with responsibilities associated with processing specimens for clinical testing and will provide general support for the laboratory following established policies and procedures.Responsibilities:
Receives, organizes and processes clinical specimens accurately. Identifies worksheet, computer, and specimen problems and demonstrates ability to either resolve or elevate to licensed personnel appropriately Prepares and organizes written data, printouts, and other documents for licensed technologist to review Prepares testing equipment, assists with preventative maintenance Reports problems concerning individual tasks, equipment, and supplies to the Laboratory Supervisor or the Lead Technologist to ensure timely resolution Operates automated equipment per SOP Prepares reagents and controls using automated or fixed measuring devices following established SOP's. Maintains complete and accurate records of reagents Responds promptly to pathologists, managers/supervisors/lead, technologists, and administrative requests Read and understand all SOP's related to the department and adhere to all department rules and protocols Logging of Quality Control and Quality Assurance results for review by licensed technologist and supervisor's monthly signoffExperience, Educations and Qualifications:
BS or BA degree is required (in a life or physical science field is strongly preferred) / or AA or AS degree in conjunction with Medical Laboratory Technician License At least one year of applied laboratory experience Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred Basic understanding of MS Office programs Ability to communicate effectively Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards The Clinical Laboratory focus specializes in specimen testing for clinical lab samples. Conducts quality control on samples, testing procedures, and results. Maintains and troubleshoots instruments and equipment. Complies with regulatory agency requirements. This role focuses on learning and executing basic, routine tasks that follow clearly defined procedures, with close supervision and detailed instructions, requiring minimal independent judgment and having an impact limited to individual responsibilities with interaction primarily within the immediate team. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI287068209Benefits
- Dental Insurance