Clinical Techno Trainee 2nd Shift Drug Testing Extractions - Wet Chemistry

Labcorp•Saint Paul, MN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Technologist Trainee to join their team in St. Paul, MN. This role involves working in the Clinical Toxicology wet chemistry bench area, focusing on extractions of patient samples. The company is a global leader in laboratory services, utilizing advanced technologies and data-driven innovation to improve healthcare outcomes. They offer opportunities for meaningful work and career growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
Proficient with computers
Familiarity with laboratory information systems
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Able 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
ASCP or AMT certification

Responsibilities

Retrieve specimens for testing; evaluate specimens and test orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turn-around-time
Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimen(s) and handle appropriately
Adhere to assay Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) while performing extractions on patient samples, calibration samples, quality control samples, and proficiency samples
Use Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in all documentation
Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation / work area; perform scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks; recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated
Maintain accurate records and documentation for all laboratory tests and equipment including, but not limited to, maintenance logs, temperature logs, disinfection logs and assay SOPs
Evaluate, use and/or prepare laboratory reagents, standards and quality controls according to established department standard operating procedures and established timeframes
Deliver accurate high quality patient care while maintaining efficiency
Participate in the instruction and training of others on the Clinical Toxicology wet chemistry extraction bench area as business needs warrant; demonstrate and/or explain the testing process to others or observe the testing process as performed by others
Focus on training of and mastering of skillsets for functions associated with the Clinical Toxicology wet chemistry bench area including, but not limited to, Pre-Set Up, Manual Tube and Plate Extractions (liquid-liquid, solid phase, dilute-n-shoot), Semi-Automatic Extractions (Tecan, Hamilton, Tomtec), and Specialty Extractions (Oral Fluid)