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Specimen Receiving Laboratory Technician (DOH/SLD #10894)

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State of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM (In Person)

$43,546 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/28/2026

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Specimen Receiving Laboratory Technician (DOH/SLD #10894) State of New Mexico - 3.4 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $16.50 - $24.75 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Safety equipment provided Qualifications Laboratory experience High school diploma or GED Driver's License Defensive driving Full Job Description Posting Details Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date. Why does the job exist? Receive and process laboratory specimens for testing of blood/fluid/tissues from living and deceased persons and animals, as well as from water/soil/filters/food samples. How does it get done? Receive specimens delivered to the laboratory from couriers, public health offices, and public. Inspect collection containers and submission forms. Log samples and perform data entry of specimen information into the laboratory information management system. Deliver specimens to correct laboratory sections. Mail completed reports. Create and distribute specimen collection kits. Should show in resume one (1) year of experience processing human and or animal specimens Who are the customers? New Mexico Department of Health, Epidemiology and Response Division, New Mexico Environmental Department, and private submitters and clinicians in New Mexico. Ideal Candidate New Mexico Department of Health, Epidemiology and Response Division, New Mexico Environmental Department, and private submitters and clinicians in New Mexico. Minimum Qualification High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience processing human and animal specimens. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience. Employment Requirements This position is designated a safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment. In state and out of state travel may be required. Successful completion of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is required. Working Conditions Work is performed in a fully functional laboratory containing biological, chemical, physical, and radiological hazards. Incumbent will be required to use all applicable safety equipment provided by the employer and follow all safety precautions specified by the employer. There will be extended standing, repetitive trunk/arm/hand/neck movements with computer usage or assay/methodologies utilized. Work involves using high voltage electronic instrumentation, and high-pressure gas cylinders. Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
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Sheila Martinez, , Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.