Clinical Laboratory Scientist I - 3rd Shift

Abbott•Madison, WI

8d•$21 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I performs laboratory analysis on clinical specimens using established laboratory procedures within the assigned department or laboratory. The role includes processing specimens; conducting moderate- and high-complexity analytical testing; establishing, performing, and documenting quality assurance and quality control; maintaining equipment; and accurately documenting work under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director. The scientist recognizes and resolves problems using good laboratory practices. The position is based at Abbott’s Madison, Wisconsin location and follows a Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. schedule. The role supports daily testing and project needs while meeting quality, productivity, and turnaround-time expectations. It includes collaboration with laboratory colleagues and customers, participation in continuing education and staff meetings, and responsibility for ongoing professional development. Travel between sites may be required.

Requirements

Associate degree in laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or equivalent laboratory training and experience.
For equivalent laboratory training and experience: 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution, including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, or 24 semester hours of science courses consisting of six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Professional working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day.
Ability to work seated for approximately 50% and standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
Ability to use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and/or type for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
Ability to perform technical work for up to 95% of a typical working day and administrative work for up to 5%.
Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger, turn with hand or arm, and reach above shoulder height.
Ability to use laboratory equipment and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.
Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements and laboratory safety and hazard regulations.
Ability to work with possible exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, blood or blood products, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.
Ability to work on a designated schedule and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
For degrees outside the listed fields: 90 semester hours, including 16 semester hours in chemistry (six of which must be inorganic chemistry), 16 semester hours in biology courses, and three semester hours of mathematics.
Experience in molecular biology techniques and principles.

Responsibilities

Perform moderate- and high-complexity laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses according to standard operating procedures.
Perform, review, and document laboratory quality-control procedures.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
Prepare reagents required for laboratory testing.
Identify and troubleshoot basic problems that adversely affect test performance or laboratory operations.
Achieve and maintain competency on laboratory tasks.
Assist with mentoring new laboratory personnel on current and new procedures, as needed.
Maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies for daily operations.
Participate in testing and validation of new laboratory equipment and procedures, as needed.
Maintain quality standards, identify issues that could affect test results or employee safety, and communicate them to appropriate management representatives for resolution.
Manage daily test processing and project needs efficiently and effectively while maintaining quality.
Communicate effectively with internal employees, managers, and customers, as needed.
Participate in quality assurance and inspection-preparation activities.
Integrate and apply feedback professionally.
Participate in continuing education and staff meetings, and take responsibility for professional development.
Meet productivity and turnaround-time expectations.
Work as part of a team, remain flexible with tasks and schedules, and adapt positively to laboratory changes.
Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork; act with an inclusive mindset.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and work a designated schedule; work overtime as needed.
Comply with laboratory safety and hazard regulations, including applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
Observe data-security and patient-confidentiality principles and maintain ethical standards in testing and professional interactions.
Travel between sites may be required.