Job Description

• Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties, calculating the results of the tests performed as necessary
• Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment
• Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; notifying management personnel when appropriate
• Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure
• Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria
• Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated
• Determining performance specifications for new methods
• Performs instrument maintenance, QC reagents and kits
• Performs routine testing including assay validations
• Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers
• Monitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programs
• Monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations
• Utilizes laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results
• Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Reporting test results conforming to established procedures
• Supports Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics
• In order to meet Eurofins DPT’s quality policy and objectives, all employees are expected to meet
• basic expectations of Eurofins DPT’s quality management system including, but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, and accurate recordkeeping.

Qualifications

_ MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS_

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
• If required by the State in which the laboratory is located, the appropriate State License to perform clinical laboratory testing

_ WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS_

• 1+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology
• Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology
• Knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology
• Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results
• Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment
• Strong communication skills & analytical thinking
• Performs instrument maintenance
• Performs freezer, refrigerator, and incubator maintenance
• Performs QC reagents needed for patient testing
• Competent to perform routine testing for many tests performed within the department

** POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS**

• This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials. All employees must abide by Eurofins DPT’s Safety and Exposure procedures. This includes using the provided safety clothing and equipment.
• For a list of potential chemical hazards, see appropriate SDS sheet.

Additional Information

Compensation:

• Hourly: $21.00 to $24.00

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.