Clinical Laboratory Technician - STAT lab

Labcorp•Raleigh, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technician to join its STAT lab team at its facility in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role involves determining whether specimens are acceptable for testing, performing routine and complex laboratory procedures, operating and troubleshooting instrumentation, and producing accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care. The technician also performs quality control and preventative maintenance, supports testing supply replenishment, helps process specimens as needed, and maintains a safe work environment using appropriate personal protective equipment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with rotating weekends. Overtime or other shifts may be required depending on business needs. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), paid time off or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan. Certain employee schedule and employment categories have different benefit eligibility.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
At least 3 months of clinical laboratory testing experience, or an MLT degree.
Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Proficiency with computers and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

ASCP or AMT certification.
At least 2 years of clinical laboratory generalist testing experience.
At least 3 months of Chemistry/Hematology testing experience.
Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet the education requirements in lieu of the listed education requirements.
Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures.
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
Assist with processing specimens when needed.
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.