Clinical Lab Technician - Esoterix -Entry Level, will train!

Labcorp•Calabasas Hills, CA

3d•$24 - $30

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking an entry-level Clinical Lab Technician to join its team in Calabasas, California. The technician participates in specimen testing under the technical oversight of a Clinical Lab Scientist and follows established laboratory procedures and applicable safety and regulatory requirements. The role includes tracking reagents and other assay materials, pipetting, performing and documenting preventive maintenance, and recording laboratory activities to support quality and regulatory compliance. The technician is also expected to develop an increasing understanding of laboratory medicine and the clinical significance of laboratory results. The work schedule is Monday and Thursday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The position pays $24.00–$30.00 per hour. Labcorp describes itself as a global laboratory services provider that uses science, data, technology, and laboratory networks to support healthcare and research.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
Proficiency with computers and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
High attention to detail and strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Current or prior Labcorp experience.
One year or more of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in specimen testing according to established procedures under the technical oversight of a Clinical Lab Scientist.
Record receipt, in-use, and expiration dates for reagents, kits, controls, and standards used for assigned assays, and ensure materials are not expired before use.
Perform pipetting using preset devices, calibrated and approved automatic devices, or fixed-volume dispensers.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and document it appropriately.
Immediately contact appropriate personnel about problems requiring complex instrument repairs.
Follow Esoterix, CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory bodies’ standard operating procedures and safety requirements.
Document laboratory activities as necessary, including preventive maintenance logs, instrument function checks, troubleshooting, and quality control, to ensure regulatory compliance.
Develop an increasing understanding of laboratory medicine and the clinical significance of laboratory results.