Clinical Laboratory Technologist - ViroMed

Labcorp•Burlington, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Technologist Trainee to join its team in Burlington, North Carolina. The role involves determining specimen acceptability, performing routine and complex laboratory procedures, operating and troubleshooting instrumentation, making technical decisions, and reporting accurate and timely results. The technologist also performs quality control and preventative maintenance, prepares and evaluates reagents or controls, manages bench supplies, assists with specimen processing, and maintains a safe work environment. New graduates are welcome, and full training is provided. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology.
Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, 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.
Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy the education requirement.

Nice To Haves

Three months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience.
ASCP or AMT certification.

Responsibilities

Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions in accordance with 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 needed.
Assist with specimen processing when needed.
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.