Clinical Toxicology Techno Trainee - 3rd Shift

Labcorp • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions —because we know that knowledge has the potential to make life better for all. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations. Here, you can join our more than 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to make a real impact on people’s lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers. Are you looking to embark on a new challenge? The possibilities are endless when start your career at Labcorp! We would love to discuss the exciting opportunities you will encounter when you join our team as a Technologist Trainee . In this position, you will work in a patient focused, fast paced, and inspiring environment. You will have a dynamic role in the fulfilment of Labcorp’s overall mission of “Improving Health, Improving Lives.” As a Technologist Trainee for the Toxicology department, you will receive on-the-job training for the pre-analytical through post-analytical set-up and testing of patient samples. This laboratory performs high complexity testing for pain management and medical monitoring assisted programs in urine samples. This test contains 180+ analytes in one assay. Responsibilities will also include the instrumentation / data analysis of separate ancillary LCMS/MS confirmation methods outside of this panel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Previous clinical laboratory testing experience is not required
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus
• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Nice To Haves

• ASCP certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens for testing; evaluate specimens and test orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turn-around-time; recognize unacceptable and unusual specimens and handle appropriately.
• Work with a variety of instrument and software platforms including Hamilton/Nimbus automated extraction instruments, Immunoassay chemistry analyzers, LCMS Instrumentation, and Data Review through a cloud-based software system.
• Adhere to SOPs while performing extractions and analysis on client samples, quality control samples and proficiency samples.
• Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation; perform scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks; recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated.
• Follow quality control rules; monitor controls for error detection and take corrective action; maintain laboratory records, maintenance logs, quality control logs, reagent and standard logs, and worksheets.
• Evaluate raw and final data for accuracy (Immunoassay and LCMS); recognize and correct errors and unusual results (individual patient as well as paired sets of patients); interpret results to produce a final report; use GDP in all documentation.
• Deliver accurate high quality patient care while maintaining efficiency.
• Follow a proactive approach to assay performance and instrument performance to prevent downtime and delay of reporting results to clients and patients.
• Evaluate, use and/or prepare laboratory reagents, standards and quality controls according to established department standard operating procedures and established timeframes.
• Participate in the instruction and training of others; demonstrate and/or explain the testing process to others or observe the testing process as performed by others.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees