Clinical Lab Technician - Sequenom - Entry Level Will Train!

Labcorp • San Diego, CA

1d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Lab Technician to join our team at Sequenom in San Diego, CA. Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00pm - 7:30am Job Responsibilities Identify, prioritize, and prepare all clinical samples while ensuring viability and sample integrity throughout the test process Prepares and label tubes according to established protocols Prepare clinical samples for testing and identify sample related issues Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens Maintains inventory and organization of specimen samples in the freezer Accession samples and enter data into the laboratory information system Assist coordinating documentation Monitor and maintain consumable inventory including reagents and supplies for each of the laboratory work stations. Performs general laboratory, equipment, and benchtop clean-up Prepare logs or other documents for routine testing or special assignments Provide assistance to licensed CLS personnel who are performing test protocols using established procedures Under the direct supervision of a licensed CLS, dispense pre-made and prequalified reagents/controls using a pre-programmed fixed volume measuring devices Provide laboratory support in the daily maintenance and surface decontamination of general laboratory equipment At Labcorp we have a passion in helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement. We believe in the power of science to change lives. Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office required
• Ability to maintain production and quality standards determined by the clinical laboratory
• Must be able to work with whole blood or blood by-products and comply with safety policies and procedures outlined in laboratory procedures and safety training provided
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks frequently as required throughout the day
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a clinical laboratory highly preferred
• Experience with molecular biology techniques highly desired
• Knowledge of general laboratory processes and medical terminology required

Responsibilities

• Identify, prioritize, and prepare all clinical samples while ensuring viability and sample integrity throughout the test process
• Prepares and label tubes according to established protocols
• Prepare clinical samples for testing and identify sample related issues
• Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens
• Maintains inventory and organization of specimen samples in the freezer
• Accession samples and enter data into the laboratory information system
• Assist coordinating documentation
• Monitor and maintain consumable inventory including reagents and supplies for each of the laboratory work stations.
• Performs general laboratory, equipment, and benchtop clean-up
• Prepare logs or other documents for routine testing or special assignments
• Provide assistance to licensed CLS personnel who are performing test protocols using established procedures
• Under the direct supervision of a licensed CLS, dispense pre-made and prequalified reagents/controls using a pre-programmed fixed volume measuring devices
• Provide laboratory support in the daily maintenance and surface decontamination of general laboratory equipment

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level